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Star Trek: Apache - Episode #12
Week #8
Mission: "Auld Lang Syne"

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With repairs to the Apache completed, and Captain Tyler fully recovered from her injuries, the crew has set to plans on how to return to their own quantum reality. One such plan is to use a quantum torpedo, modified by Doctor Mruil to emit a quantum fissure torpedoes carrier wave, to reopen the rift between the two realities.

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With no sign of the USS Resilient or CWS Reklar, concern has mounted that either of the ships could have possibly crossed over to the Apache's reality. It is feared that the crew of the Resilient may continue to pursue their orders to attack the Breen homeworld not realizing they are no longer in their own reality.

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Meanwhile, a shuttle en route to the Apache was also trapped in the wrong reality. Having now met up with the ship, the Apache's new FCO and Strategic Operations Officer have reported aboard. Sickbay has treated each for minor injuries and released them to duty.

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<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission Week 8 >>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::exiting turbolift and walking towards sickbay::

CEO_Yeung says:
::in Main Engineering, finalizing repairs::

CNS_Vekh says:
::heading to sickbay to confer with Doctor Naegle::

OPS_Lowell says:
::in the Auxiliary Science Bay working on getting home::

CMO_Naegle says:
::in Sickbay going over reports::

XO_Linard says:
::exits the turbolift and enters the bridge::

CSO_Storal says:
::exits the turbolift and walks over to Science One::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters Sickbay searching for the doctor::

FCO_Romanov says:
::exits turbolift and walks onto the bridge going to his station and sitting down::

EO_Powers says:
::in Main Engineering helping with final repairs::

CSO_Storal says:
*Mruil*: Is the torpedo finished Doctor?

OPS_Lowell says:
*CSO*: Sir, I think I am about ready to try and reopen the rift.

CNS_Vekh says:
::enters Sickbay and spots the Klingon:: CTO: Greetings Lieutenant.

XO_Linard says:
::picks up a PADD of the latest reports and starts reading::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::walks over to Science One:: CSO: Commander, have you made any progress in determining whether or not a Quantum Fissure Torpedo was used to cause the hypernova?

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
*CSO*: Commander, we just finished working on it. It's being transported to the torpedo bay now. ::hurries down a corridor::

TO_Masterson says:
::at Tactical Two monitoring long and short-range sensors::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to the Counselor:: CNS: Greetings, Commander.

CMO_Naegle says:
::looks up when she hears the door to sickbay open, walks out and sees the CTO and the Counselor:: CTO/CNS: Hello gentlemen, what can I do for you?

CSO_Storal says:
*OPS*: Get up to the Bridge and man your post Mister Lowell, you can do it from here.

CNS_Vekh says:
CTO: What brings you to sickbay so early … too much bloodwine?

OPS_Lowell says:
*CSO*: Aye sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
::walks over to EO:: EO: How are things on your side, Lieutenant? All complete?

CMO_Naegle says:
::looks at the CTO for his answer::

OPS_Lowell says:
::leaves the Auxiliary Science Bay and makes his way to the nearest turbolift::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CMO/CNS: I am here to speak to Lt JG Grayson.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Sir, the radiation has kept me from finding irrefutable proof ... but I honestly feel that it had something to do with it.

FCO_Romanov says:
::works on the Flight Officers duty schedule from his station::

CMO_Naegle says:
CTO: Lt JG Grayson has been released for duty.

EO_Powers says:
CEO: Just finished now, sir.

OPS_Lowell says:
TL: Deck One.

CNS_Vekh says:
::turns his attention to the CMO:: CMO: The Captain asked me to go over preparations for the bodies in the morgue, Doctor.

CSO_Storal says:
*Mruil*: Excellent work, Doctor.

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods:: EO: Good.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CMO: Very well Doctor, I shall go and find him. Thank you.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: CSO:  Have you studied the possibility that the increased gamma rays may have somehow triggered it?

CSO_Storal says:
CO: We have the modified torpedo. It’s being transported to the Torpedo bay.

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Captain, Engineering here, all repairs have been completed. The Apache is in tip-top shape.

CMO_Naegle says:
CTO: You are most welcome.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::bows his head slightly in thanks to Janet and then nods to the CNS and exits Sickbay::

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Yes sir … Mister Lowell and Mister Hammond were working on that possibility.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Sir, what about the alternate reality crew?

OPS_Lowell says:
::the turbolift doors open and he walks to his post nodding to a few crewmen along the way::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Computer: Computer, locate Lt JG Grayson.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CEO*: Thank you Commander, work with Commander Vekh and Ens. Xavier to prepare the Resilient's shuttle to return their away team to them.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: I am ready to begin whenever it is convenient for you, sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
CMO: Doctor, have you prepared the bodies to be beamed to the shuttlebay?

CMO_Naegle says:
CNS: Ah yes, the alternate Away Team. Well, I was thinking we could bury them using the shuttle from the Resilient.

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Yes sir.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Are you sure that it will work, Mister Lowell?

CMO_Naegle says:
CNS: Yes they are.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: I estimate we have about 2 chances in 5.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  Excellent Commander, we will be placing the bodies on the shuttle that Commander Linard and her team appropriated from the Resilient.

CNS_Vekh says:
CMO: That would be appropriate doctor. Thus we resolve any potential infraction of the Prime Directive when we return to our reality.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: …but Mister Hammond and I have done our best.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: We need better odds than that. How are you going to re-open the rift?

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Aye sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
CMO: How about we contact the Captain and ask her permission?

Host Computer says:
*CTO*: Lieutenant Grayson is in his quarters.

XO_Linard says:
::heads over to the Captain and CSO::

CMO_Naegle says:
CNS: Good idea … and since it was yours, you can have the honor.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::returns to the turbolift:: TL: Crew quarters.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: I am going to emit gamma radiation on the frequency of 125.687.349.2 Gigahertz. From our studies this should reopen the rift if we are within 100,000 klicks of Tartarus.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::notices Kathleen:: XO:  Good morning, Commander.

CNS_Vekh says:
::nods to the Doctor and taps his communicator:: *CO*: Captain, this is Vekh.

CEO_Yeung says:
::gets an engineering repair kit::

CSO_Storal says:
::grins at the XO::

FCO_Romanov says:
::finishes the Duty Roster, sends to all Flight staff, sends a copy to the Command staff as well::

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Double check to make sure.

XO_Linard says:
::smiles:: CO: Morning ... what's our status? ::grins back at the CSO::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::exits the turbolift and approaches an officer passing by:: SO_Watts: Could you direct me to Lt JG Grayson’s quarters?

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Sir, we have gone over this about 10 times...

CEO_Yeung says:
EO: So, how did things go on the Resilient, Lieutenant?

SO_Watts says:
CTO: Third door on the left, sir.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: One more time wouldn’t hurt Lieutenant … indulge me.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: It 'should' work ... no guarantees though.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Aye sir.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CNS*: Yes, Commander?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods to the Officer and goes to Grayson’s door, pressing the chime::

OPS_Lowell says:
::goes over his figures again::

CNS_Vekh says:
*CO*: Captain, Doctor Naegle came up with an excellent suggestion on how to resolve the Away Team situation.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
XO:  Science has a torpedo modified and ready to begin testing. Also, Mister Lowell is working on another idea.

EO_Powers says:
CEO: It was a bit confusing, hectic, and life threatening … but apart from that it was fine.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: I don’t think the radiation is going to work, but the Torpedo will.

CNS_Vekh says:
*CO*: She suggests we use the shuttle from the Resilient to 'bury' the deceased officers of the Resilient before we get back to our reality.

TO_Masterson says:
::still monitoring long and short-range sensors for any surprises::

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
::opens the door:: CTO: Sir?

EO_Powers says:
::shows burn in his uniform::

CEO_Yeung says:
::chuckles:: EO: Sounds like you had fun.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: The radiation is an ingredient … the Quantum Fissure Torpedo will be the catalyst.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Grayson: Greetings, Lieutenant. Do you have a moment?

EO_Powers says:
::smiles::

CNS_Vekh says:
*CO*: I'd like to request your permission to proceed?

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CNS*: Commander Yeung is preparing the shuttle now; he should contact you as soon as it's ready to launch.

OPS_Lowell says:
::nods:: CSO: Why don't you try the torpedo first ... if it doesn't work we'll try the radiation.

XO_Linard says:
CO: I see ... I don't see any reason why it shouldn't work. We need to get back as soon as we can. ::sounds a little anxious::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CNS*: Permission granted, Commander.

CNS_Vekh says:
*CO*: Aye sir, and thank you, Captain.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: That’s the plan, Lieutenant.

CMO_Naegle says:
::looks at the counselor and smiles::

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Sounds good … good luck, sir.

CSO_Storal says:
*Mruil*: Are you ready, Doctor.

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
::nods and shows the Lieutenant in:: CTO: Of course, sir.

FCO_Romanov says:
::listens in on the bridge conversation::

CNS_Vekh says:
CMO: We’ve got the 'go ahead', as Humans use to say. Doctor, I shall check the shuttle's preparation with the CEO.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
XO:  Coordinate between the two teams and run simulations to see if it could work.  Then as soon as the Resilient’s shuttle is launched, we will proceed with our attempt to get home.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the Lieutenants quarters looking around:: Lt JG Grayson: I just wanted to ask you a few questions about your flight here with our new Flight Control officer, Mister Romanov.

CMO_Naegle says:
CNS: Sounds good to me. Let me know when you're ready.

CNS_Vekh says:
CMO: Yes, Doctor. I'll get to the shuttlebay then.

XO_Linard says:
::nods:: CO: Aye sir.

CSO_Storal says:
*CEO*: Jon, send someone to a check on our modified QFT please.

CEO_Yeung says:
EO: Well, I'm off to go fix up that shuttle you guys took.

OPS_Lowell says:
::the console beeps and he reads the results from the simulation he ran at the CSO's behest::

CEO_Yeung says:
*CSO*: Understood, sir.

CMO_Naegle says:
CNS: Okay.

CNS_Vekh says:
::walking down the corridor:: *CEO*: Commander Yeung, I need your help in the shuttlebay.

CEO_Yeung says:
::turns to EO:: EO: Hear that? Why don't you go check it out?

TO_Masterson says:
CO: Nothing on sensors, ma’am.

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
::shows Cha`Dak to a chair:: CTO: Of course, sir. 'Fraid I really don't remember a whole lot ... but I am happy to give you what help I can.

EO_Powers says:
CEO: Yes sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
*CNS*: I'm on my way, Commander.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Sir, we are just waiting for pre-flight check on the shuttle and the torpedo.

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods and heads out of Main Engineering::

CMO_Naegle says:
::goes back to reading reports::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
TO:  Thank you, Lieutenant. Keep on it, we don't want any more surprises.

OPS_Lowell says:
::nods at the information on his console:: CSO: Sir, it looks like the gamma radiation has a 47.6589% chance of success.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to face Grayson remaining standing:: Lt JG Grayson: Very good. First things first, how did you both come to receive your injuries? Do you have any recollection of the event?

CEO_Yeung says:
::enters the turbolift:: TL: Deck 3.

XO_Linard says:
CSO: When will we be ready to begin testing?

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: That’s not a good number...

EO_Powers says:
*CSO*: I'm on my way up.

CNS_Vekh says:
::a turbolift ride later he enters shuttlebay:: Self: Pretty battered indeed… ::looking at shuttle::

TO_Masterson says:
CO: Aye ma'am.

TO_Masterson says:
::continues to monitor long and short-range sensors.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: With all do respect, sir, its better than zero.

EO_Powers says:
::grabs some equipment and heads out of Main Engineering::

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
::sits and regards the CTO calmly:: CTO: Well, it was a heck of a ride ... we got caught up on the edge of some kind of vortex and pulled through. I blacked out somewhere during the transit.

CEO_Yeung says:
::exits turbolift and then enters the shuttlebay::

CSO_Storal says:
*EO*: Meet Doctor Mruil in the main torpedo bay ... the torpedo is there.

CMO_Naegle says:
*CTO*: Mister Cha`Dak, when you get through with your interview would you mind sending me a copy of the report?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Lt JG Grayson: A vortex? Elaborate.

EO_Powers says:
*CSO*: Yes sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods at CNS as he sees him:: CNS: Looks pretty roughed up, doesn't it sir?

CSO_Storal says:
XO: As soon as engineering checks the torpedo we can proceed.

EO_Powers says:
::waits for a turbolift::

CNS_Vekh says:
::sees the CEO arriving:: CEO: Greetings Chief, what are the shuttle's flight conditions?

CSO_Storal says:
::nods at OPS::

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
CTO: I'm no scientist sir, to me a vortex is just a vortex ... not much I can elaborate on.

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: Indeed, that would be a precise description of her status.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CNS*: Contact the bridge as soon as the shuttle is ready to launch.

CNS_Vekh says:
*CO*: Yes sir, mister Yeung and myself are going over the shuttle status right now.

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: Barely flyable … some minor hull fractures, flight system working at 24%.

EO_Powers says:
::enters turbolift:  TL: Torpedo bay.

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: But we just need to get it flyable, so it won't take too long.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::grunts:: Lt JG Grayson: Were there any other ships within range of your shuttle on your approach to the Tartarus star?

OPS_Lowell says:
::prepares the ship to emit the proper frequency of radiation in an attempt to reopen the rift::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CNS*:  Very well, Commander.

EO_Powers says:
::exits turbolift and heads for Torpedo bay::

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
CTO: Well ... just the Apache. All other ships had been ordered out of the area ... as I am sure you are aware.

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: Excellent Chief, lets give those officers a good farewell anyway.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
XO:  How are the simulations coming?

XO_Linard says:
CSO: I see. What's the plan for the shuttle?

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods and walks over to the shuttle and enters it::

EO_Powers says:
::enters the torpedo bay::

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Well, I would suggest that the shuttle be put on autopilot and sent to SB 514.

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
::looks up as the doors open::  EO: Hello Mister Powers...

CNS_Vekh says:
::follows the Engineer:: CEO: Let me know if I can help with anything.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
FCO:  How are you adjusting to your new assignment?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::fixes the Lieutenant with a piercing stare:: Grayson: Indeed... ::pauses as if about to say something then changes his mind:: Grayson: Thank you, Lieutenant. That will be all.

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: Hello Doctor…

XO_Linard says:
CO: They are coming along fine, sir.  So far so good.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::begins moving towards the exit::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: XO:  Excellent Commander.

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: Sure, sir. Have any experience in repairs of shuttles?

Host LtJG_Grayson says:
::nods and shrugs confusedly:: CTO: Sure, sir ... if you have any more questions you know where to find me. ::sees the Klingon left before he could finish that sentence::

FCO_Romanov says:
::looks up from reading reports:: CO: Adjusting well sir. I finished the duty roster and have sent the Command staff a copy.

XO_Linard says:
CSO: Have you started on any simulations yet?

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
::stands as torpedo techs work to load the torpedo:: EO: What can I do for you?

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: I’ve been asked to check the torpedo.

CNS_Vekh says:
::looks over all the consoles and muses how similar to 'their' technology they are:: CEO: You can say yes, I spent nearly two years as a freighter pilot for the Nyberite Alliance … before joining Starfleet.

CEO_Yeung says:
::sits down in the pilot's seat and opens his kit beginning repairs::

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Well, according to the simulations that I ran, the torpedo should emit the carrier wave and interact with the gamma radiation. It’s that interaction that will open a tear in quantum space.

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
EO: Oh ... sure. ::points:: EO: Well, it's right there.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
FCO:  Good work Ensign, have you taken the time to familiarize yourself with the Apache's systems as well?

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: And the Nyberites are not known for large crews in their freighters. ::kneels near the main power conduit to check on its condition::

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: Thanks.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: I’m not sure about the shuttle.  Can you recall any charts that you may have seen while on the ship?

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: Really? That's good … you can help me with the navigations system, while I work on the engines.

XO_Linard says:
CSO: Are we able to tell where it leads? Or are we to assume it will take us back to our own reality?

EO_Powers says:
::checks the torpedo::

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
::nods and follows the EO over to the torpedo watching over his shoulder as he examines it::

OPS_Lowell says:
::runs a routine diagnostic on the EPS conduits::

FCO_Romanov says:
CO: Yes sir, I have some tactical maneuvers I would like to add to the system with your approval.

CEO_Yeung says:
::passes several tools to CNS::

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Well that’s the problem; unlike a wormhole you cant scan it until its open.

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: Perfect Chief. ::grabs some weird engineering tool and sits at the flight console::

EO_Powers says:
::measures torpedo and checks weight and density:: All: That’s interesting.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
FCO:  I would like for you to go over them with our CTO, Lieutenant Cha`Dak, before you enter them.  If he approves them, then go ahead.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: So once it’s open we can scan to see if it matches the same quantum signature as our own.

FCO_Romanov says:
CO: Yes sir.

XO_Linard says:
::nods:: CSO: Of course, so all we can do is hope...

CEO_Yeung says:
::takes some other tools and heads to the back of the shuttle and begins repairs on the engines::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the turbolift ordering it to the bridge::

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: I wonder what course we should lay on the shuttle. Any suggestions Mister Yeung?

CSO_Storal says:
*CNS*: What’s the status on the shuttle, Commander?

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
::sees what the EO is looking at:: EO: Oh! Don't touch that! ::swats at his hand:: EO: That's the flux capacitor ... it operates 1.21 gigawatts.

TO_Masterson says:
::continues to monitor long and short-range sensors::

CNS_Vekh says:
::pops open the panel underneath the console and check the situation there::

OPS_Lowell says:
::console beeps a response and he reads that the EPS is in excellent condition with no failures anywhere in the ship::

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: Maybe in the direction it was heading before it entered the Apache's bay?

CNS_Vekh says:
::taps communicator:: *CSO*: Chief Yeung and myself are just returning it to flyable condition, sir.  Without the need for hull or environmental systems repairs it should be done shortly.

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: It's going to be a tight squeeze.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::exits the turbolift and moves towards tactical one::

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
::nods:: EO: Aye...

CSO_Storal says:
*CNS*: Have you derived a flight plan for the shuttle or are you just going to activate the distress beacon?

TO_Masterson says:
::looks over at the CTO:: CTO: Good day, sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: That would be adequate, I think.

OPS_Lowell says:
CO: Sir, all the ships logs are ready to be transmitted from a communications buoy on your order.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
OPS:  Excellent Lieutenant, we will transmit them as soon as we have returned to our own reality.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Greetings, Lieutenant … is their anything to report?

CNS_Vekh says:
*CSO*: Not yet, sir. We can either send it in the general direction of Earth or leave it here in the former Tartarus system.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Are you feeling ok, sir?

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: It's a bit heavy but the launchers should be able to handle it.

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: Nothing on long or short-range sensors, sir.

CSO_Storal says:
*CNS*: I would advise against leaving it here.

OPS_Lowell says:
CO: Aye sir ... shall I wait for your order, or eject the buoy as soon as we return?

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
EO: Yes Lieutenant, it's well within the launchers tolerances.

XO_Linard says:
::smiles at the CSO:: CSO: I'm fine Ky, thanks for asking.  I've just got too much on my mind.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Just checking, sir.

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: It will launch. 

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: I think I'm finished here Chief, just need a flight plan now. How are the engines?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Have you tried using the probes to enhance sensors?

XO_Linard says:
::lays a comforting hand on his arm and heads to the CO::

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: No sir, I have not.

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: I didn't even think of that, sorry sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: All fixed here … I'll work on the hull a bit.

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: I don't know what you've done with it, so I don't know how well it will work.

CNS_Vekh says:
*CSO*: So the alternative would be plot a course to Earth. I can set the distress signal for a delay after launching … that way it won’t give away our presence here.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Do not worry yourself. Proceed. You have tactical.

CMO_Naegle says:
*CNS*: How are the shuttle preparations coming?

XO_Linard says:
CO: Sir, all the simulations run so far indicate that this torpedo will work. Our only problem is controlling where it leads...

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: Aye sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
::continues repairs::

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: Do the best you can Chief, we need to get this shuttle ready ASAP.

CSO_Storal says:
*CNS*: Very well ... have it activate once its out of the system.

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: No problem there, sir.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::walks over to the helm:: FCO: Mister Romanov, do you have a moment?

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: It's fine.

FCO_Romanov says:
::looks up at the large Klingon:: CTO: Certainly, sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
::thinks his combadge will overload tonight:: *CMO*: Almost done, Doctor. I will be preparing the beam over now. Is everything ready down there?

CEO_Yeung says:
::finishes off the last touches:: CNS: There, all done.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
XO:  Our main concern should be to attempt to keep it confined within the Tartarus system.  With the current radiation levels there, most ships will avoid the area; and therefore should be safe from the torpedo's effects.

OPS_Lowell says:
::monitors the surrounding space for any transmissions, subspace or otherwise::

CMO_Naegle says:
*CNS*: All ready here, sir.

OPS_Lowell says:
::thinks of something::

CNS_Vekh says:
*CSO*: Will do, sir. ::turns to console and enters coordinates for Sector 0-0-1 and programs the distress beacon::

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Sir, are we sure we will be able to close the rift after we get through it?

FCO_Romanov says:
::gets up::

CSO_Storal says:
::overhears the CO and XO:: CO: Sir, the effects will be localized. It’s not powerful enough to spread beyond this sector.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
FCO: I merely wish to ask you a few questions about your shuttle ride here, if you are not pressed for time.

XO_Linard says:
CO: Of course sir, what I meant was where the spacial rift will lead. Until it's open there's no way to tell if it goes back to our time frame.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: The rift will close by itself.

CNS_Vekh says:
::exits the shuttle and moves to the transporter panel nearby:: *CMO*: I'm preparing to lock on to them now.

CEO_Yeung says:
::gathers tools and exits shuttle::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  Thank you, Commander.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::begins walking over to the Science station, out of earshot of the rest of the crew::

FCO_Romanov says:
CTO: No sir, nothing is happening at the moment. How can I help?

FCO_Romanov says:
::follows him::

OPS_Lowell says:
::bunches eyebrows:: CSO: If you don't mind me asking, sir, how are you sure of this?

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
XO: True, but we have to at least attempt to return home.  This is our best chance.

CMO_Naegle says:
*CNS*: They're ready for transport.

Host Doctor_Mruil says:
::nods at Powers:: EO: Thank you for looking it over, Lieutenant.

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: It is okay to launch.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
FCO: Ensign, how did you sustain your injuries exactly?

CNS_Vekh says:
::locks on to the bodies in the Apache’s morgue and programs the transporter to deliver them to the shuttle's cargo hold:: *CMO*: Energizing now.

CNS_Vekh says:
::energizes::

XO_Linard says:
::nods:: CO: I agree. This has to work. There is a lot more at stake here than just returning to our own time.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: If it were a real QFT the rift wouldn’t close. But the modified torpedo will only emit the carrier wave for a short time.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The bodies of the alternate Linard, Powers, Masterson, and Sarel dematerialize from the Apache's morgue and appear in the cargo area of the shuttle in black bags.

EO_Powers says:
Mruil: You’re welcome. I’ll be in Main Engineering, with the CEO, if you need any further assistance.

CMO_Naegle says:
::watches as the bodies of the alternate universe away team beam out of sickbay:: *CNS*: Bodies away!

FCO_Romanov says:
CTO: While we were on approach to the Apache we were hit by some kind of wave; it bounced the shuttle around violently. My head slammed into the console as I was trying to regain control.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: XO: Especially if our fears are accurate, and the Resilient is in our reality.

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: I think you can ready the pre-launch sequence.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: How long have we got, sir?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
FCO: What happened then?

XO_Linard says:
::is noticeably worried:: CO: Aye sir...

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods and enters the shuttle::

CNS_Vekh says:
CEO: I'm done here. She's all yours.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: A window of 30 seconds.

CEO_Yeung says:
::takes a look at the bodies and grimaces:: Self: Freaky...

OPS_Lowell says:
::nods:: CSO: We might have to go to warp.

CEO_Yeung says:
::sets the pre-launch sequence::

EO_Powers says:
::enters turbolift:: TL: Main engineering…

CNS_Vekh says:
*CSO*: The bodies have been transferred to the shuttle. Pre-flight sequence has begun.

CEO_Yeung says:
::exits shuttle:: CNS: All set.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Depending on where exactly the rift opens…

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: That’s the plan; the rift will open close to us.

FCO_Romanov says:
CTO: We were sucked into a vortex of some kind, never seen anything like it. 

CNS_Vekh says:
::makes a mental note about the CEO's reaction for future reference::

CSO_Storal says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged ... launch when ready.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::overhears the message from the Counselor:: CSO:  Advise Mister Vekh to launch the shuttle at once.

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Let's do it, sir.

XO_Linard says:
CSO: What's the word from Mister Powers?

CSO_Storal says:
XO: He hasn’t checked in yet, sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
*OPS*: Mister Lowell, this is Vekh. I am requesting permission to launch the shuttle.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods thoughtfully:: FCO: Were you monitoring long or short-range sensors before the shockwave hit you?

CSO_Storal says:
*EO*: What’s the status of the torpedo, Mister Powers.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
XO:  Once the shuttle is away, begin the sequence. That should open the rift.

EO_Powers says:
*CSO*: It's a bit big, but it will be okay to launch.

XO_Linard says:
::nods:: CO: I'll be right on it.

OPS_Lowell says:
*CNS*: Permission granted, please take a heading of 105, mark 13, upon exiting the main shuttle bay.

FCO_Romanov says:
CTO: Just enough to keep my fix on the Apache, only ship I saw was the Apache.

OPS_Lowell says:
::opens bay doors::

CSO_Storal says:
*EO*: Excellent, good work.

CMO_Naegle says:
::sets the morgue cabinets for automatic cleaning and goes back into main sickbay::

CNS_Vekh says:
::programs the coordinates sent by OPS and checks to see if the bay's door are open before launching:: CEO: Let her go...

CSO_Storal says:
CO/XO: Sir, the torpedo is ready.

EO_Powers says:
*CSO*: Thank you, sir.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods:: FCO: Very well, Ensign. I am sorry to have disturbed you. You may return to the helm, although I may have further questions later on.

OPS_Lowell says:
CO: Captain, Commander Vekh is preparing to launch the shuttle with the alternate Away Team’s bodies.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods to the CSO as she watches the shuttle move away from the Apache::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Using the shuttles automated systems, it slowly lifts off the deck of the main shuttlebay and moves out of the bay before settling on its course away from the ship with its cargo of bodies.

FCO_Romanov says:
CTO: Very well, sir. ::goes back and sits at Flight Control::

XO_Linard says:
CSO: Excellent. Get everything ready and set to go on my mark.

OPS_Lowell says:
All: Attention on deck!

CSO_Storal says:
FCO: We will have a window of 30 seconds, be ready.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::returns to tactical one before coming to attention::

OPS_Lowell says:
::salutes the dead crewmembers::

EO_Powers says:
::enters Main Engineering and checks a report::

CEO_Yeung says:
::stares off at the departing shuttle::

FCO_Romanov says:
CSO: Aye sir, impulse engines are standing by.

CNS_Vekh says:
::observes the shuttle going:: CEO: Well, we're done with our task. Thank you for the diligent assistance Mister Yeung. ::turns to the departing shuttle:: Self: May they sail well...

CMO_Naegle says:
::watches the departing shuttle::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::begins to raise his voice in a death chant for the mirror-universe K’arana Masterson::

XO_Linard says:
::sits in her chair and gets ready to detonate the torpedo::

TO_Masterson says:
::looks at the CTO::

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods quietly at CNS::

CNS_Vekh says:
*CO*: Sir, the shuttle is on her way.  I'm reporting to the Bridge.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Sir, I have transferred the torpedo control to your console.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Self: May she journey safely to Sto-Vo-Kor.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CNS*: Thank you, Commander.

TO_Masterson says:
::stares at the screen and allows her thoughts to wander::

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: The radiation levels need to be increased...

CEO_Yeung says:
CNS: Well, I'll head back to Engineering. See you around, sir.

XO_Linard says:
CSO: Thank you Mister Storal...

CNS_Vekh says:
::exits the shuttlebay after making sure the doors are now closed and enters a turbolift:: TL: Bridge. CEO: See you later, Chief.

FCO_Romanov says:
::one hand ready to engage impulse, the other to adjust course::

OPS_Lowell says:
CSO: Aye sir. I am emitting the gamma radiation now. ::runs program Lowell-Alpha-2-1::

CEO_Yeung says:
::exits shuttlebay and enters a turbolift:: TL: Deck 13.

FCO_Romanov says:
::watches the viewscreen::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Apache's Bussard Collectors come online, releasing the built-up gamma radiation into space.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::listens as Commander Storal and Lieutenant Lowell attempt to open a rift to take them home::

CNS_Vekh says:
::turbolift stops and he walks onto the Bridge as critical preparations are taking place::

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Good work Lieutenant, now let’s see if this works.

CEO_Yeung says:
::exits turbolift and enters Main Engineering::

CSO_Storal says:
CTO: Launch the torpedo…

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: A red cloud of radioactive gas builds up around the Apache as the immediate area is saturated with gamma radiation. The tactical console chirps as the shields begin to react to the added radiation.

XO_Linard says:
::readies the launch sequence and sets torpedo in motion:: CO/CSO: We're launching now.

OPS_Lowell says:
::nods at the CSO and crosses his fingers::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Any success with the probes, Lieutenant?

CEO_Yeung says:
::sees EO:: EO: Powers, how were things with the torpedo?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the torpedo streaks away from the Apache it emits the appropriate carrier wave. As it zips through the radiation released from the Bussard Collectors, its exhaust ignites the gas briefly leaving a flaming contrail behind it. The torpedo races directly for the now dead star of Tartarus.

CNS_Vekh says:
::stands ready for anything as the Tactical console blares::

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: None, sir.

CSO_Storal says:
::says a prayer to the Prophets::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Sir, torpedo is away.

FCO_Romanov says:
::watches the torpedo::

CSO_Storal says:
::scans for the rift::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::watches as the cloud builds and the torpedo is launched into it::

XO_Linard says:
::readies the detonation sequence and sets the timer::

EO_Powers says:
CEO: It look okay, sir.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CTO/CSO:  How are the shields holding?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::watches main viewscreen::

OPS_Lowell says:
::watches the CSO work and keeps an eye out for the rift on his sensors::

XO_Linard says:
CO/CSO: Ten seconds to detonation…

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Shields are holding, sir.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods at the CTO::

EO_Powers says:
CEO: If it were any bigger, it would probably blow up in the torpedo tube.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The gamma radiation around the Apache sparkles like pixie dust as the carrier wave from the torpedo passes through it.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: Now sir…

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The torpedo detonates and there is a brief flash some distance away from the Apache as its timer counts down and the warhead detonates and fizzles out.

OPS_Lowell says:
::watches expectantly for the rift to form::

XO_Linard says:
CSO: Report?

CSO_Storal says:
::shoulders slump as he sees it fizzle::

CNS_Vekh says:
::eager to see the results of their maneuver::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: What are the probes telling us?

FCO_Romanov says:
::waits::

CSO_Storal says:
XO: It didn’t work, sir…

OPS_Lowell says:
::scans the radiation cloud for any evidence of a rift::

XO_Linard says:
CSO: What happened?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Tactical console begins to beep quietly at the back of the bridge...

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: Nothing sir … only empty space.

OPS_Lowell says:
::sighs and slumps back:: Self: Back to the drawing board…

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::checks the beeping::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The tactical console indicates a shift in the gravitational constant of the sector. Sensors show that the Resilient's shuttle has been pulled off course and is moving towards Tartarus.

CSO_Storal says:
::uses the sensors to scan the quantum signature of nearby planet-remnants::

OPS_Lowell says:
::turns his head to see what the beeping at the tactical console is all about::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Sir, the Resilient’s shuttle is being pulled off course and toward Tartarus.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::leans back in her chair:: CSO:  Are sensors picking up anything near where the Resilient's shuttle is headed?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As Mister Cha`Dak reports the Resilient shuttles change of position; Mister Romanov notes that the helm has become sluggish. The Apache is moving against its engines, towards Tartarus.

FCO_Romanov says:
::looks down:: Self: Whoa...

FCO_Romanov says:
XO: Sir, the helm is real sluggish … like she is fighting something.

CSO_Storal says:
::curses in Bajoran:: CO: It’s a black hole...

XO_Linard says:
FCO: Define "something" Mister Romanov!

CSO_Storal says:
*CEO*: We need full power to the engines!

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The helm becomes completely unresponsive as the Apache picks up speed towards Tartarus, now passing 1/4 impulse.

CNS_Vekh says:
::becomes alert at the CSO's statement:: Self: This is not going well…

FCO_Romanov says:
XO: We are moving forward! 1/4 impulse and speed is increasing!

CEO_Yeung says:
*CSO*: On it, sir! ::pushes all power to the engines::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::looks up:: FCO: See if you can get more power from the engines and direct us away from Tartarus.

OPS_Lowell says:
::feels the Apache shudder under his feet::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: At the same time, the space around the Apache begins to glow brighter almost as if Tartarus were beginning to emit light again.

CSO_Storal says:
FCO: Can we use this pull to slingshot us around Tartarus?

XO_Linard says:
FCO: Reverse thrusters?

FCO_Romanov says:
OPS: Give me everything you have to propulsion.

CSO_Storal says:
XO: No! We can use it as a way to pull us free!

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Apache's speed shortly passes 3/4 impulse, as the vessel moves towards the star. The tactical console begins to beep insistently indicating an approaching shockwave.

OPS_Lowell says:
FCO: You got it! ::transfers all power to Helm::

FCO_Romanov says:
XO: Helm is not responding...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Sir, incoming shockwave!

XO_Linard says:
::looks to the CSO for a second and then nods:: FCO: Do it Mister Romanov...

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Deck plates begin to rattle and the Bridge crew is forced to shield their eyes as the glow in front of them increases beyond the visual spectrum.

CNS_Vekh says:
::braces for impact::

CSO_Storal says:
*All*: All Hands, brace for impact!

EO_Powers says:
::uses his adaptation to increase the power to weight ratio::

FCO_Romanov says:
Self: Oh god...

CMO_Naegle says:
::feels the Apache speed up slowly::

OPS_Lowell says:
::braces himself for the incoming shockwave::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  Any information as to what is happening out there?

FCO_Romanov says:
::tries to engage RCS to divert them::

CEO_Yeung says:
::grabs his console::

CSO_Storal says:
CO: My screen is a jumble!

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::braces for impact::

TO_Masterson says:
::holds on to her console::

CMO_Naegle says:
::grabs a biobed for support::

FCO_Romanov says:
XO: I have no helm control!

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Inertial Dampeners shriek and deck plates begin to rattle loudly. PADD's fall to the deck and rattle as they bounce about on the shifting surface ... the distance between the Captain’s chair and the Flight Control Officer’s chair seems to increase by ten feet.

XO_Linard says:
::heads for her chair and sits hanging on tightly::

CSO_Storal says:
CO: I think were rifting, sir!

FCO_Romanov says:
::looks back, seeing the distance:: Self: What the?!

OPS_Lowell says:
Self: Oh crap...

EO_Powers says:
::starts transferring power from phasers::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Suddenly an arcing power current passes through the bridge and a loud banging can be heard as the viewscreen blows out, showering the FCO with sparks. The bridge dims significantly as the viewscreen no longer shows space around the ship.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::tries to hold onto her chair and closes her eyes to shield them from the light::

FCO_Romanov says:
::tries to cover his face from the shower of sparks::

EO_Powers says:
::kicks the engines::

CNS_Vekh says:
::holding tightly to the railing::

CSO_Storal says:
::scans the ships surroundings::

OPS_Lowell says:
::sees the viewer blow out and automatically switches to his console's viewer::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Alarms and alert klaxons scream and shout and the noise of the engines grows so loud no one can hear each other. In Main Engineering a coolant leak begins. In Sickbay the lights blow out completely.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::notices everything going dim and opens her eyes:: CSO:  Is your console working again?  Are you able to detect anything outside the ship?

CMO_Naegle says:
::watches as the lights go out completely::

XO_Linard says:
FCO: Report … where are we, Ensign?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The shaking of the ship crosses human tolerances and the G forces against the crew quickly exceed humanoid tolerances forcing them into a tunnel vision like state as each begins to black out.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Working on it, sir. Nothing yet!

FCO_Romanov says:
XO: Sir, I have no idea. Navigational systems… ::blacks outs::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Shields are...

CEO_Yeung says:
::yells at the others to get out::

TO_Masterson says:
::falls to the ground::

CSO_Storal says:
::breaths hard to keep his senses about him::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: A haze fills the vision of each member of the crew and their visual cortexes overloud trying to process what is happening to their bodies.

OPS_Lowell says:
::feels his vision start to go dark and starts using the techniques taught at the academy to keep blood in your head::

CNS_Vekh says:
Self: I … believe … we are … experiencing … time … dilation…

XO_Linard says:
::feels groggy and nods off::

EO_Powers says:
::tries to fix the coolant leak::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::sinks back into her chair as everything goes black::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::begins to feel himself losing consciousness and tries desperately to hold on::

FCO_Romanov says:
::passes out::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::passes out::

CSO_Storal says:
::slumps forward and hits his head on the console::

CNS_Vekh says:
::passes out gracefully::

OPS_Lowell says:
::falls to the deck unconscious from lack of blood to the brain::

CMO_Naegle says:
::falls to the floor of Sickbay next to a biobed::

CEO_Yeung says:
::slumps over the console and slides down to the floor::

EO_Powers says:
::collapses with head in a panel::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The last sounds each person hears are the computerized displays screaming at them as systems are pushed well beyond tolerances. And then all is quiet...

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: ...and the haze begins to lift, as Captain Tyler regains consciousness.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::opens her eyes, unsure of what has happened or where she is. Looks around the bridge with everything quiet::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: ...and slowly the rest of the bridge crew begins to regain consciousness at their stations.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::lifts his head from tactical one::

CNS_Vekh says:
::moans:: Self: What the…

XO_Linard says:
::raises her hand to her head and lets out a little moan::

FCO_Romanov says:
::slowly lifts his head:: Self: My head ... feels worse than a vodka hangover.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Slowly, throughout the ship, the crew begins to regain consciousness.

CSO_Storal says:
::opens his eyes and slowly tries to scan for the area the ship is in::

OPS_Lowell says:
Self: What ... what happened? ::Craig rubs his temples to try and ease the pain in his head::

CNS_Vekh says:
::gets up slowly and looks around::

CEO_Yeung says:
::rubs his head as he starts getting up::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Captain … are you all right?

CMO_Naegle says:
::slowly wakes up wondering what happened::

TO_Masterson says:
::wakes up and stands up feeling some blood on her forehead, but ignores it::

FCO_Romanov says:
::shakes his head and begins checking navigational systems for a position::

EO_Powers says:
::gets up and bangs his head on the panel::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: CTO:  Yes Lieutenant…  CSO:  Where are we … or when are we?

OPS_Lowell says:
::runs a diagnostic on all OPS systems::

CMO_Naegle says:
*XO*: Commander Linard, what the heck happened?

CEO_Yeung says:
Self: What the ... the coolant leak!

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Aye. ::scans the area::

CNS_Vekh says:
::walks to the Engineering Station on the back of the bridge and checks the damage::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Check long and short-range sensors, Lieutenant.

CEO_Yeung says:
::performs a quick but thorough diagnostic::

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: Aye sir.

XO_Linard says:
*CMO*: That's what we're trying to figure out doctor, stand by.

TO_Masterson says:
::checks all long and short-range sensors::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Scans of the area indicate they are in the Tartarus System.

CMO_Naegle says:
*XO*: Aye sir, standing by…

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
OPS:  Are you picking up any transmissions?

CEO_Yeung says:
::scratches his head:: Self: Huh?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::runs shield diagnostic::

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Sir, we are in the Tartarus system.

FCO_Romanov says:
XO: Sir, we are at all stop.

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: We are in the Tartarus system, sir.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Tactical scans of the area, show the Apache is resting on top of an ion trail left by a Federation-type warp core … with some marked differences from standard in its output.

XO_Linard says:
::looks at the CSO:: CSO: ...and?

CSO_Storal says:
::scans the planets for the same quantum signature as the Apache::

CEO_Yeung says:
::looks over to EO:: EO: Powers! Are you all right?

CMO_Naegle says:
::notes the lights are working when the last thing she remembers is them going out::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Thank you.

OPS_Lowell says:
CO: Negative Captain…

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  Are you able to detect a quantum signature of the area?

OPS_Lowell says:
CO: There's no one talking to us out here…

CSO_Storal says:
CTO: I’m detecting an ion trail ... confirm the reading.

CNS_Vekh says:
*Engineering*: I'm reading no damage here. Do you confirm CEO?

XO_Linard says:
FCO: Remain at all stop, for now, Ensign...

TO_Masterson says:
CTO: Long-range scans show we are resting on top of an ion trail left by a federation warp core.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Standby.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Working on it, sir … systems are a bit sluggish.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Scans of the planets in the system indicate the same quantum signature of the Apache. Scans of the ion trail show it leads directly for the Breen homeworld.

EO_Powers says:
CEO: Yes sir. ::touches head where he banged it::

Host Jafo says:
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