Host Jafo says:
Star Trek: Apache - Episode #20
Week #2
Mission: "Neutral Parties"

Host Jafo says:
The Apache, en route to Qo'noS to pick up Ambassador K'laas, continues to conduct repairs to the damage done during the de-evolution of the Apache's crew.

Host Jafo says:
While en route, the Apache detected a freighter that was on a parallel course to it. The freighter abruptly changed course to intercept the Apache at which point Operations was able to identify the craft as the freighter 'Beta-Babe', belonging to the mercenary Reg, a shifty character familiar to many of the Apache's crew.

Host Jafo says:
Detecting no lifesigns aboard the freighter, the Apache used a tractor beam to alter the crafts approach. During this maneuver, disruptor burns were visually spotted on the hull of the freighter and sensors scans determined that the disruptor blasts were polaron based - a form of energy weapon used by only a handful of species in the quadrant.

Host Jafo says:
Dropping from warp to further investigate the situation, the Apache's tractor beam tore apart the freighters aft section, since it was still traveling at warp. Now, having brought the remains of the freighter aboard, the Apache's crew is trying to determine the cause for the disruptor damage and locate the infamous Reg.

Host Jafo says:
<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission Week 2 >>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::in the shuttlebay, approaching Regs freighter - the Beta Babe::

CSO_Hammond says:
::at science one going over sensors::

OPS_Marsland says:
::walks onto the bridge and to his console::

CMO_Naegle says:
::in Sickbay going over the crew manifest checking for those who need their physicals soon::

CEO_Yeung says:
::in the main shuttlebay, overseeing the inspection of the Beta Babe::

EO_Tana says:
::rests the warming glass of water against his forehead and sighs at the aches, sitting up and putting away the glass to get back to work::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Well sir, it seems the rear section of the ship has been ripped away, but the majority of the freighter remains intact.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Lieutenant Ovl'men is with a security detail, awaiting orders to enter the ship.

OPS_Marsland says:
COM: Qo’noS: Ambassador K'laas: We have encountered a slight delay due to a small incident Ambassador. We wanted to inform you that we will be arriving as soon as possible. ::waits for a response from the Klingon Homeworld::

TO_Verall says:
::at tactical one::

EO_Tana says:
::checks the systems from Engineering and then exits, heading down the corridors toward the lifts::

CSO_Hammond says:
::makes a few minor adjustments to the sensors::

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods to CTO:: CTO: They have permission to enter, scan every piece of the ship and proceed with caution.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Aye sir.

EO_Tana says:
::feels a cough coming but willfully suppresses it, keeping himself erect with a smile on his face as he passes a couple of crewmen coming out of the lift:: TL: Deck… ::cough:: ...deck 1.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Lieutenant Ovl'men!

OPS_Marsland says:
CSO: Sir, Qo’noS has acknowledged our communiqué that we are running behind schedule.

CSO_Hammond says:
OPS: Very good.

EO_Tana says:
::notices the telltale red spots on the wrist of his sleeve and pulls the tunic down to cover it::

TO_Ovl`men says:
CTO: Here sir.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Scan the ship from top to bottom, I want no bulkhead unturned.

CMO_Naegle says:
Lorat: Nurse Lorat, would you send these reminders for physicals to OPS and the Captain for me?  I need to have them done at their earliest convenience.

TO_Ovl`men says:
CTO: Aye sir. ::turns to two security officers, beckoning them to follow::

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO/TO: Also, there might be some contraband items on board. Confiscate them if you find them.

TO_Ovl`men says:
CEO: Aye sir.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods in agreement with Jon::

EO_Tana says:
::holds a white-knuckled grip on the safety rail as he rides up in the lift, reluctantly releasing the support as he walks out on to the lift, looking for the engineering console::

CSO_Hammond says:
V’Taran: Resume course to Qo’noS.

MO_Lorat says:
CMO: Yes Doctor.  ::goes over to the console to send the reminders to OPS and the CO::

FCO_V`Taran says:
CSO: Aye sir ... resuming course for Qo'noS, warp 7.

OPS_Marsland says:
::receives a physical reminder from Doctor Naegle::

TO_Ovl`men says:
::ascends the small gangway, scanning as he moves slowly forwards::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Any idea where Reg might be, Commander?

CEO_Yeung says:
::strokes his chin:: CTO: I honestly have no idea...

OPS_Marsland says:
::sighs:: Wregget: Take my post. Get in touch with Engineering to help with the tractor beam generator. I'm going to medical.

CSO_Hammond says:
::checks on incoming readings::

OPS_Wregget says:
Marsland: Aye sir, I'll get right on it.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the Tactical team enters Reg's freighter they find the air to be extremely stale and the power at minimal levels.

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Once your team has cleared the ship, we'll go on board.

EO_Tana says:
::sees someone moving back toward the lifts:: OPS: Excuse me, are you the operations manager?

OPS_Marsland says:
::enters the turbolift:: TL: Sickbay.

TO_Ovl`men says:
::scans reveal no biosigns, power levels are low and lighting is down. The air is very stale as the Lieutenant creeps into the ship::

OPS_Marsland says:
::halts the lift with the doors open:: EO: Yes I am, can I help you?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CTO: Aye Commander.

CMO_Naegle says:
::waits to hear from the Captain and OPS, acknowledging the receipt of the reminders::

EO_Tana says:
::puts more vitality in his voice than he really feels:: OPS: Yes, I was ordered to assist in repairing the tractor emitter?

CSO_Hammond says:
::looks around the bridge and watches the crew work::

TO_Ovl`men says:
::moves towards the cockpit, while the other two move to the fore of the freighter::

CEO_Yeung says:
::walks around the ship to where the energy burns are:: CTO: Commander Cha`Dak, how about taking a look at this?

OPS_Marsland says:
EO: All right, I'm on my way to Sickbay right now. I told Ensign Wregget to assist you with whatever you needed. Please speak with him about it ... and now, I must be off. ::lets the doors close between them::

OPS_Wregget says:
EO: Can I help you Ensign?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::follows Jon to where he stands:: CEO: A polaron discharge, from a weapon. What do you see, Commander?

EO_Tana says:
::is a little startled by the voice behind him, but turns away from the closed lift doors:: Wregget: Are you Ensign Wregget?

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Same thing … I was hoping with your expanded knowledge of weapons, we might learn a bit more.

TO_Ovl`men says:
*CTO*: Sir, we have found nothing at all on board.

OPS_Wregget says:
EO: Yes I am. Lieutenant Marsland asked me to help you with the repairs, so what do you need?

OPS_Marsland says:
::walks into Sickbay, looking for Doctor Naegle::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::looks at Jon:: *TO*: Acknowledged Lieutenant.

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods to K'hora:: CTO: Let's go aboard. ::walks up the gangplank to the ship::

CMO_Naegle says:
::looks up and sees Tom walk in:: OPS: Hello Lieutenant, I guess you got your message.

EO_Tana says:
::blinks once, running through a checklist in his head:: Wregget: To be able to tell you that, I'd need to know precisely what's happened.

CSO_Hammond says:
::leans back and pops his back:: Self: Ah, that feels better.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the Apache continues on its course towards Qo'noS, long-range sensors detect a vessel directly ahead on a similar course. Scans reveal it to be a Talarian heavy transport.

TO_Ovl`men says:
::meets the CEO and CTO on his way out::

Host CO_Linard says:
::exits her Ready Room onto the bridge::

TO_Ovl`men says:
CTO/CEO: Sir, there are no biosigns no cargo, no contraband ... nothing.

OPS_Marsland says:
CMO: Yes, I just did Doctor.  I figured I should get this taken care of.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods:: Thank you, Lieutenant.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Sir, I have just picked up a Talarian heavy transport on long-range sensors.

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Hmm ... that's a little odd. ::heads to the cockpit of the ship::

OPS_Wregget says:
EO: Well, I'm not quite sure of that.  I know it involved the ship dropping out of warp with the beam still enabled attached to the freighter ... that's about all I know.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Other than that, it's been pretty quiet.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: It seemed to change course for intercept once it sighted the Apache, did it not?

CMO_Naegle says:
OPS: Well then, let's get started before you're really needed on the bridge or something.

CEO_Yeung says:
::enters the cockpit and sits down in the pilots’ chair::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: That may suggest some sort of pre-programmed flight co-ordination.

OPS_Marsland says:
CMO: All right, what's first?

Host CO_Linard says:
::sits in her chair:: CSO: Acknowledged. What is its heading?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::moves over to the tactical console on the freighter::

EO_Tana says:
::winces at the description:: Wregget: Blast ... that probably ripped out the capacitors and their backups, not to mention the alignment mountings. ::deflates a little at the prospect of that much work:: OPS: How long can you keep it offline?

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: I agree. Let's check the ship's computer. ::accesses the ship databanks::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Same course as us, sir. The vessel is directly ahead.

TO_Ovl`men says:
::waits with the security detail at the entrance to the shuttlebay::

CMO_Naegle says:
OPS: Just lay down on that biobed and I'll put the diagnostic dome over you.  We'll get this done quickly, since you're on duty.

Host CO_Linard says:
CSO: Heavy Transport eh? What is it transporting?

CSO_Hammond says:
::tries to get a detailed scan of the transport::

OPS_Marsland says:
CMO: No problem, Doctor. ::walks to the biobed and lies down::

CEO_Yeung says:
::checks the navigational computer:: CTO: Hmm ... it says here that the ship was set on an automated course for Starbase 366.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: I'm checking on that now, sir.

CMO_Naegle says:
::motions to Nurse Lorat to come and help her::

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods:: CSO: Okay, just let me know when you find out...

OPS_Wregget says:
EO: It's just the generator; I should have no problem keeping that offline. Just go right ahead and get to work on it. I'll let you know if we need the tractor beam, Ensign.

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: And every 30 minutes, the computer would do a long-range scan, specifically for the Apache, and if it found us, would change course to intercept with us.

CMO_Naegle says:
::puts the diagnostic dome over the OPS manager::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: She's not carrying any identifiable cargo and has a minimal amount of crew, about a dozen lifesigns.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: He must have really made someone angry this time.

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Yeah. Looks like Reg must've set this up as a fall back plan in case he was separated from his ship.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: She is traveling slower than us, sir.  We’ll have the transport in visual range shortly.

CMO_Naegle says:
Lorat: Nurse Lorat, get his temperature, blood pressure, and pulse rate and I'll check his other vital organs.

Host CO_Linard says:
::taps combadge:: *CEO*: How are things going down there, Commander? Have you found out anything?

EO_Tana says:
::nods:: Wregget: All right, I'll let you know when it's ready to be tried out. ::turns and leaves, already running things through in his head, and anxious to be able to hide the burning in his esophagus from the rising bile::

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Let's try to access the ship's log. ::taps on the console::

MO_Lorat says:
CMO: Yes Doctor.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::begins accessing duty logs for the last fifteen days::

MO_Lorat says:
OPS: This won't hurt a bit, Lieutenant Marsland.

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Aye Captain, so far we’ve discovered no one on board the freighter, no cargo, and no contraband.

OPS_Wregget says:
EO: Thank you Ensign.

OPS_Marsland says:
Nurse Lorat: I wouldn't expect it to Nurse.

OPS_Marsland says:
::smiles::

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Also, the ship was programmed on a course to Starbase 366, and would regularly make long range scans for us. If it found the Apache, it was set to change to an intercept course for us.

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods at the CSO:: OPS: Hail the vessel...

CMO_Naegle says:
::checks Tom's lungs and other vital organs for any sign of anything that might be wrong::

EO_Tana says:
::slips into the second turbolift::

CSO_Hammond says:
::scans the transport for any weapons signatures::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Strange...

OPS_Wregget says:
::sends out a hail to the vessel, waits for a response::

CEO_Yeung says:
::frowns:: CTO: No logs in the computer ... and nothing else in it as well.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CEO*: So you're saying it was sent to find us?

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Aye Captain, it seems that way.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: The vessel has minimal weapons, but is heavily armored.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: It seems only systems keyed towards navigation seem to have been used heavily.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CEO*: What have you found in the ship's database?

EO_Tana says:
::blinks tiredly and leans against the wall of the lift, depending on the rail for support:: TL: Deck 19 please.

Host Talarian Vessel says:
COM: Apache: This is Captain So' on of the Talarian Medical Vessel VonChek. Please identify yourself.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Could they have been erased?

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Nothing Captain, there doesn’t seem to be any personal data in the computer at all.

Host Computer says:
EO: There is no 19th deck on this vessel. Please restate your destination.

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: VonChek: This is Captain Kathleen Linard of the USS Apache...

CMO_Naegle says:
::opens the dome and motions for Marsland to sit up:: OPS: I'm going to do a scan of your brain, it's just routine.

EO_Tana says:
::looks up at the lights of the lift car, as if expecting and epiphany:: TL: Oh ... sorry, deck 18, section four.

CSO_Hammond says:
::runs scans of the surrounding area:: Self: I don't want any surprises.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CEO*: Very well, then. Is the ship salvageable?

Host Talarian Vessel says:
COM: Apache: It is a pleasure, Captain Linard ... what may I do for you?

OPS_Marsland says:
::does as the good Doctor asks:: CMO: All right. ::smiles at Janet::

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Could be. Unless one was completely thorough, there is usually an indication of data deletion... *CO*: It'll need some repairs, but I believe so.

OPS_Wregget says:
::places the message on the main viewer::

Host CO_Linard says:
::smiles:: COM: VonChek: Actually, we were wondering the same thing Captain ... it appears we're heading in the same direction.

CMO_Naegle says:
::runs the medical tricorder around Marsland’s head and watches the results::

EO_Tana says:
::rests his head against the car wall and closes his eyes as he descends through the bowels of the ship::

CEO_Yeung says:
::does an extensive scan of the computer systems::

Host Talarian Vessel says:
COM: Apache: I see, Captain ... we are en route to Qo'noS for medical supplies that are badly needed in our continued conflict with the Tzenkethi.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CEO*: Understood, assign a team to begin to working on it.

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: This scan might take some time. Let's check the rest of the ship for clues to what happened. *CO*: Aye captain.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Try tracing the computers flight trajectory ... we might be able to discern where it's come from.

CSO_Hammond says:
::tries the get a more detailed scan as the transport gets closer::

CMO_Naegle says:
::finishes up the scans:: OPS: Okay, Mister Marsland.  It looks like you are fit for duty for now.  I'll send the final report to the Captain.  Oh, and welcome aboard!

CEO_Yeung says:
::brings up the computers flight trajectory and notices something from the search::

OPS_Marsland says:
::grins:: CMO: Well, thank you! That was the easiest physical I've ever had. I suppose I owe it all to your medical expertise. ::grins::

EO_Tana says:
::finally steps out of the lift on Deck 18 and into the tight corridors, looking at the map display for the tractor beam access way::

CMO_Naegle says:
::smiles:: OPS: Get back to the bridge, Lieutenant.  ::gives him a playful shove::

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Looks like the Beta Babe picked up some large cargo two weeks ago.

OPS_Wregget says:
::cuts power to the Tractor Beam generator and its support systems on Deck 18:: *EO*: Power is now offline to the generator.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Any indication as from where?

OPS_Marsland says:
CMO: Yes Doctor ... talk to you later. ::walks out of Sickbay and into a turbolift:: TL: Deck 1, Bridge.

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: VonChek: Of course. Well if there is anything we can do to assist you, by all means let me know.

CEO_Yeung says:
::checks:: CTO: Hmm ... no, no information on that.

Host Talarian Vessel says:
COM: Apache: That's very kind of you, Captain Linard. We will keep... ::takes a glance at someone off screen and then the signal is suddenly cut::

CEO_Yeung says:
CTO: Maybe if you check the cargo hold, you might find a clue to what he was carrying.

CMO_Naegle says:
::nods to the OPS:: *CO*: Captain, this is Sickbay.  I have just given Lieutenant Marsland his physical and will send the report shortly.

Host CO_Linard says:
::bites her lip thoughtfully:: CSO: Well, that was strange...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CEO: Understood. ::begins making his way towards the cargo hold::

EO_Tana says:
::squeezes through the maze:: *OPS*: Thank you, I appreciate the help. ::keys open the access hatch and climbs down into the guts of the tractor beam::

CSO_Hammond says:
Self: What the... ::stares at the viewscreen:: CO: Yes sir, it was.

CEO_Yeung says:
::checks the Beta Babe's flight path::

Host CO_Linard says:
*CMO*: Thank you Doctor. I trust you gave him a clean bill of health?

OPS_Marsland says:
::waits as the turbolift slows to a stop as it nears the bridge::

CSO_Hammond says:
::thinks, something’s not right::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the channel is cut, the Talarian vessel begins to move on an erratic course, moving off their heading for Qo'noS and making way towards an asteroid field 2 light-years away.

Host CO_Linard says:
CSO: Keep tabs on that vessel ... I sensed something suspicious in him.  It could be just his wariness of us as we are of him.

CMO_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: *CO*: I did indeed, Captain.  By the way, I also sent you a message that your physical is overdue.

EO_Tana says:
::sneezes at the stench of burnt electronics and almost doubles over in pain:: Self: Argh... ::takes deep breaths and lowers himself to his knees:: Ugh ... okay, no more sneezing.  ::takes another deep breath and reaches for a glowing panel to turn on the work lights in the room::

OPS_Marsland says:
::walks out of the turbolift, relieving Ensign Wregget of his post::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Sir, I have a Tzenkethi Destroyer on sensors.

Host CO_Linard says:
::closes her eyes and sighs slightly:: *CMO*: Oh ... err ... thank you.  I'll make a point to drop by once my duty shift is over.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the cargo hold, and begins searching::

Host CO_Linard says:
CSO: Let me guess ... they're headed right for us?

CMO_Naegle says:
*CO*: Captain, please promise me that you'll come for your physical.  I'm concerned about you, you know.

OPS_Marsland says:
::looks at his console to see an update on the status of the ship so far::

CEO_Yeung says:
::smiles:: Self: Well, well, now that's interesting...

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: No sir, they’re at extreme sensor range but they appear to be heading for the transport.

EO_Tana says:
::carefully slides off the main capacitor drum and down to the repair level, flipping open the inspection plate and seeing the damaged hardware inside:: Self: Darn... ::sighs and starts pulling out the breakers one by one::

Host CO_Linard says:
*CMO*: I promise, Doctor ... Captain's honor.

TO_Verall says:
CO: Sir, the Destroyer is powering up her weapons!

Host CO_Linard says:
Verall: Shields...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::finds nothing of interest so far::

CMO_Naegle says:
*CO*: Thank you Captain, sickbay out.

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Captain, according to the Beta Babe's flight path, the ship was recently in Cardassian space, then in Tzenkethi space. It was there it changed course for Starbase 366.

TO_Verall says:
CO: Aye Captain. ::raises shields::

CMO_Naegle says:
::walks over to her desk to begin to prepare for the CO's physical::

EO_Tana says:
::hears the hum of machinery around him and steps back quickly from the capacitor:: *Bridge*: Tana to the bridge.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the Apache's shields go up, the ship automatically goes to Red Alert.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CEO*: Interesting Commander ... do you have any thoughts on what he might be doing in Cardassian space?

CSO_Hammond says:
::scans the destroyer's weapon systems::

OPS_Marsland says:
*EO*: Yes Ensign?

TO_Verall says:
CO: Sir, with the current Talarian/Tzenkethi dispute, should we interfere?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Tzenkethi vessel begins to open fire on the Talarian transport with disruptor style weapons. The transport is headed for the asteroid belt but couldn't possible make it in time.

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Well, there is an indication that Reg picked up a large cargo two weeks ago. That would coincide with his stay in Cardassian space.

EO_Tana says:
::can feel the static charge bleeding through the bulkheads:: *OPS*: Bridge, what's going on? Everything's alive down here on deck... ::remembers:: …deck 18.

CMO_Naegle says:
::begins to recalibrate the biobed for Betazoid physiology and recalibrate the tricorder to conduct deep scans of the Para cortex::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Sir, I’ve analyzed the Destroyer’s weapons … that transport will never make it.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CEO*: Really... ::drifts off:: CSO: Can you pinpoint where that Talarian Vessel was coming from?

OPS_Marsland says:
*EO*: Even the generator?

Host CO_Linard says:
OPS: Hail the Destroyer!

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: No real way to know for sure sir, but it did come from the general direction of Tzenkethi space.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::hears the Red Alert:: *TO*: Report!

Host Tzenkethi Destroyer says:
COM: Apache: I am Beck Mar of the Tzenkethi Empire. Our fight is not with you, Federation. Clear the area and you will not be harmed. Our discussion ends now. ::closes channel::

TO_Verall says:
*CTO*: Sir, a Tzenkethi Destroyer is firing at a Talarian vessel.

CEO_Yeung says:
::hears the klaxon:: Self: Uh oh. *Engineering*: Everyone to battle stations!

EO_Tana says:
::shakes his head unnecessarily:: *OPS*: No, Bridge. It's still offline. Are you going to need it anytime soon, because this isn't a quick job?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*TO*: On my way. 

CMO_Naegle says:
Lorat: Okay, get the other biobeds ready … we may have casualties.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Sir that transport isn't going last long in this fight.

CEO_Yeung says:
::hurries out of the Beta Babe, and exits the shuttlebay::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Talarian vessel takes fire and rocks from the blasts. They return fire, but the destroyer heavily outmatches their weapons. Their armor and shielding is all that is saving the Talarian transport at this point.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::joins Jon as they exit the shuttle:: TO Ovl'men: Go over this ship with a fine toothcomb.

TO_Ovl`men says:
CTO: Aye sir.

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: Tzenkethi: That transport is carrying nothing only medical supplies ... it has done nothing to provoke conflict with you.

CEO_Yeung says:
::enters turbolift and heads to the bridge, holding the door for K'hora::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the turbolift:: TL: Bridge!

OPS_Marsland says:
*EO*: No Ensign, we should be fine. Please continue, let me know if there are any other difficulties.

CSO_Hammond says:
::thinks, somehow I don't think that will work::

MO_Lorat says:
CMO: Yes Doctor, and don't panic.  Let the Prophet’s guide you.

CMO_Naegle says:
Lorat: I'll remember that, thanks.

Host Talarian transport says:
::shouting over the noise of exploding conduits behind him:: COM: Apache: Captain Linard, this is the VonChek ... we are taking damage. Our weapons are no match for the destroyer! We need your help.

CEO_Yeung says:
::arrives at bridge, exits the turbolift, and goes to stand beside the captain::

Host CO_Linard says:
TO Verall: Target their weapons systems...

EO_Tana says:
::thinks it over:: *OPS*: Acknowledged, Bridge. I'll try to get this up. Tana out.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: I'll take over from here. Take tactical two.

Host Talarian transport says:
COM: Apache: We are a medical ship on a mission of mercy, Captain. Please... ::signal gets cut off as another volley of disruptor fire tears into the VonChek::

TO_Verall says:
CTO: Aye sir.

EO_Tana says:
::closes the channel and looks warily at the capacitor, knowing that if it comes on it would flash fry him to the bone before he even hit the floor::

Host CO_Linard says:
V’Taran: Take us within range and come between the Talarian and the Tzenkethi vessels.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::targets the Tzenkethi weapons systems:: CO: I have a target lock on the Tzenkethi Destroyer, sir.

CMO_Naegle says:
::begins prepping other areas of Sickbay, though Sickbay is pretty well set up already::

FCO_V`Taran says:
::turns slightly in his chair:: CO: Captain?

CEO_Yeung says:
::heads over to the engineering station and checks ship's status::

CSO_Hammond says:
Self: Let the fun begin.

Host CO_Linard says:
CTO: Fire at will...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::snarls a grin at Joseph and fires a spread of photon torpedoes::

EO_Tana says:
::spins the drum inside and pulls out the last four breakers one by one::

CSO_Hammond says:
::smiles back at K’hora::

FCO_V`Taran says:
::turns back to his console:: CO: Aye sir ... moving in between the vessels.

EO_Tana says:
::hears the dull thud overhead and looks up at the blank ceiling:: Self: What the heck is going on?

CEO_Yeung says:
*EO*: What's your status, Mister Tana?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the Apache moves between the Talarian vessel and the Tzenkethi vessel, the Talarian ship slips into the nearby asteroid field for cover. Its weapons are not firing anymore and fluctuations in its systems are evident on scans.

Host CO_Linard says:
CTO: Report.

CMO_Naegle says:
*Norien/Karl*: EMT Norien and Doctor Karl, we may have casualties, I need you both to be on standby until further notice.

EMT_Norien says:
CMO: Acknowledged Doctor, what's going on?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Direct hit! The Tzenkethi vessel is taking damage.

EO_Tana says:
::drops the used breakers and cracks open the case of spares, crouching in front of it:: *CEO*: Commander? Uh ... I'm on deck 18, the tractor emitter access room, trying to get it functional again, sir. Should I be doing something else?

CMO_Naegle says:
Norien: I don't know.  All I know is we are at red alert.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the Apache's weapons impact the Tzenkethi ship, it's shields falter and then fail. It changes course, heading away from both the Apache and the Talarian vessel.

Host CO_Linard says:
CTO: Understood. Cease-fire ... did the other vessel make it?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans for the Talarian vessel::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: The systems on the transport are fluctuating, sir. They’ve taken a lot of damage.

MO_Karl says:
CMO: Acknowledged Doctor... ::yawns::

CEO_Yeung says:
*EO*: You can put the tractor beam on hold for now. Head down to engineering, and oversee operations from there.

EMT_Norien says:
CMO: Aye Doctor, I'll be down there immediately at your call.

Host CO_Linard says:
CSO: Understood...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Sir, the Destroyer has changed course, and is moving away from the Talarian vessel. The Talarians have taken refuge in the asteroid field.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: It has taken heavy damage, but is still flight-worthy.

Host CO_Linard says:
CTO: Okay, well then I think we've made our point...

EO_Tana says:
::looks at the breakers in his hands, and then at the drum:: *CEO*: Yes sir, I'll get back up to engineering as soon as I can.  ::puts the breakers back in the case and locks it, climbing the ladder back up on the drum:: Anything else, sir?

Host CO_Linard says:
OPS: Hail the Talarian transport vessel.

CEO_Yeung says:
*EO*: A Talarian ship may be in need of repairs. Prepare a team if we need one.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Should I stand down from red alert, Captain?

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Aye Captain. ::sends a hail, and waits for a response::

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods to the CTO:: CTO: Yes, please...

CMO_Naegle says:
*CO* Captain, this is sickbay, should I be expecting casualties?

CSO_Hammond says:
::scans for the destroyer and visually follows its course::

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Captain, I’m getting no response from the Talarian transport. But that could be because their communications array was damaged in the attack on their vessel.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CO*: Not at the moment, Doctor.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::stands down from red alert, the klaxons immediately cut out::

CMO_Naegle says:
*CO*: Thank you, Sickbay out.

EO_Tana says:
::sees a static arc jump from the ladder rail before his hand touches it, but luckily it's his left hand:: *CEO*: Yes sir, I'll get Beta Team up to Transporter Room 2. ::climbs out of the access way and into the main deck, threading the maze again::

CMO_Naegle says:
::notes that Red Alert is over and notifies her staff to stand down::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Sir, many lifesigns on the transport are fluctuating.

CEO_Yeung says:
CO: A repair team is standing by to aid the Talarian ship, captain.

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: The destroyer appears to be in a full retreat.  CTO: I think you scared them.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Hah! Wait until they come face to face with me!

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods:: CEO: Send them over...

EO_Tana says:
::makes it to the lift, spasms shaking his left hand involuntarily from the static impacting frayed nerves:: Self: Darn it… ::grits his teeth and holds the hand tight against his abdomen, willing it to stop:: TL: Deck 13, Main Engineering. Hurry!

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: The transport has received extensive damage.  She'll need a lot of repairs.

CEO_Yeung says:
CO: I'll head over there with them.

Host CO_Linard says:
CSO: Yes, we're sending a repair team right now...

CEO_Yeung says:
CO: Oh wait, I've still got the Beta Babe to inspect ... I'll send Tana instead.

Host CO_Linard says:
CEO: Good idea...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::wonders if he should suggest a security detail accompany the repair team ... then decides against it::

Host CO_Linard says:
CEO: Tell him to take Verall with him too...

EO_Tana says:
::is relieved his hand stops twitching, at least noticeably by the time the lift crawls up five decks::

CEO_Yeung says:
*EO*: Ensign Tana, take the repair team and lead them over to the Talarian ship. Lieutenant Verall will be joining you as well.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods to Verall to go::

EO_Tana says:
::was one step out of the lift but stops:: *CEO*: Sir? ::looks at his still tingling hand:: Aye sir. I'll report to Transporter Room 2 right away.

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Captain, we're being hailed. ::places it on the viewer:: CO: Onscreen now.

Host CO_Linard says:
::looks to the viewscreen:: OPS: Go ahead.

Host Talarian transport says:
::someone they did not see previously:: COM: Apache: I am Evan Ruhr, second assistant aboard the VonChek. Our Captain has been killed ... I'm the only one still standing on the bridge. Can you help us?

TO_Verall says:
::upon hearing the message from Tana, he heads for transporter room 2::

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: VonChek: We're getting repair teams ready to help you now ... Mister Ruhr.

EO_Tana says:
::rides up again in the lift to the transporter room and steps out, resting his hand on his hip to look casual and still the tremors:: ET Beta: Is everyone here? ::does a quick headcount, finding it a little difficult to remember who exactly is supposed to be there::

CSO_Hammond says:
::continues to scan the area::

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: VonChek: They should be transporting over shortly.

TO_Verall says:
::arrives in the transporter room, out of breath:: EO: Sorry I’m late, sir.

Host Talarian transport says:
COM: Apache: We're a medical ship ... but all our Doctors have been injured. Can you help our injured?

EO_Tana says:
TO: It's… ::wipes his brow:: …it's not a problem. We'd better get up on the pad. ::steps up on it, joining the rest of the engineering team::

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: VonChek: Of course, we can have them transported to our sickbay. Doctor Naegle is more than qualified to treat them..

TO_Verall says:
::steps up onto the pad::

EO_Tana says:
::taps his badge:: *Bridge*: Tana to Bridge. Team Beta ready to transport.

Host Talarian transport says:
::glances at the controls in front of her:: COM: Apache: We are venting drive plasma, Captain. It may interfere with transporting the most injured members of our crew. Can you send your doctors here?

TO_Verall says:
::unholsters his phaser, so as to beam across fully prepared::

CEO_Yeung says:
OPS: How much plasma are they venting?

OPS_Marsland says:
::looks at his sensors::

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: VonChek: Of course ... I'll have a medical team come over to retrieve them.

OPS_Marsland says:
CEO: If we boost signal strength to the transporters we should be able to transport through the interference, sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods:: OPS: Do it.

OPS_Marsland says:
::energizes, beaming Team Beta over to the transport::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Tactical and Engineering team waiting in transporter room two dematerialize. Rematerializing in a damaged section of the Talarian transport.

TO_Verall says:
@::materializes on board the VonChek::

EO_Tana says:
@ ::whips out his tricorder with his right hand, looking through the venting gases:: TO: Is there anything specific you were sent here to do, or can I get the team to work?

TO_Verall says:
@EO: I'm just here for your safety, Mister Tana.

CSO_Hammond says:
::scan the Away Team’s position on the transport::

Host CO_Linard says:
*CMO*: Doctor Naegle, can you devise a medical team to beam to the transport. They have many injured.

TO_Verall says:
@::visually scans the immediate area::

CSO_Hammond says:
CO: Sir, the Away Team has arrived safely outside the engineering compartment.

EO_Tana says:
@ ::looks at him, nonplussed:: TO: Oh. Okay, just don't touch anything unless one of the techs is with you. ::issues orders to the rest of the team to look for the 'triage' sections to repair::

Host CO_Linard says:
OPS: Keep an open channel to the away team.

CMO_Naegle says:
*CO* Yes sir, I’ve got a team on stand by.

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Sir, if Doctor Naegle is short on medical assistance, might I remind you I have had some training as well.

Host CO_Linard says:
*CMO*: Understood, have them meet in sickbay. We’ll beam them from there.

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Aye sir.

CSO_Hammond says:
*EO*: I'm sending you the damage report we received form our scans.  Good luck.

TO_Verall says:
@::can see no immediate threat, and relaxes his pose, but even he can see it is an engineer’s nightmare::

Host CO_Linard says:
::looks at OPS:: OPS: No thanks, you don't need to remind me. Thanks for the offer, but I need you here.

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Of course Captain.

EO_Tana says:
@ ::sees the report scroll up on the PADD in his hand, but barely through the gases:: *CSO*: Thank you, Apache. We'll try to get this under control as quick as we can. ::coughs, grateful that it can be blamed on the gasses::

Host CO_Linard says:
OPS: Transport the team over directly from sickbay...

OPS_Marsland says:
CO: Aye, transporting now. ::locks onto the medical team in Sickbay and energizes, boosting the signal to get them over to the other ship::

EO_Tana says:
::reads the unfamiliar script but notes the design ethic and the major power trunks:: TO: We're near their engineering section. ::points:: Those were power distribution points. They're ripped to fen.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Transporters lock onto the team gathering in sickbay and beam them directly to the bridge of the VonChek where they immediately encounter injured crewmembers but find no sign of the woman who spoke on the communications channel.

Host Jafo says:
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