USS Apache - 10508.12 - Away Team

The Away Team is currently on the Dessican Space Port... having split up, to find out more about where they are... and to track down Korata and the CMO... if they are even here... and upon their arrival, they come to the realization that it is a society of clones... rather unsettling, no? ... Even more unsettling, is the XO's discovery of a very familiar individual, in one of the Dessican cloning facilities...

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CSO_Marsland says:
:: Standing inside the cloning facility, staring at Greyfeather::

CO_Storal says:
::walking around looking for the Ministers::

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::standing next to her husband and Ryn::

ACTION: As the CSO looks at the tube, he can see that while it is definitely Greyfeather, it is clear that he... it... is many stages of development away from completion...

MO_Turok says:
::Following the CO::

ACTION: The CO looks... but everyone looks like everyone else...

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: Oh my God! Do you see that?!

EO_Daniels says:
::Headed to the docking port to find out what ships are there and what kind of technology they have.::  SEC:  I guess our orders are to stay out of trouble ::grins:: and find out what kind of technology these people have.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: I did, it's very unsettling.  When was Grey-feather here?

CO_Storal says:
MO:I can see this is going to be more difficult than I planned...

CSO_Marsland says:
CNS: Yes.. I do.

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks the opposite way of the direction the walkway is going to take a better look at Greyfeather::

Sec_Abbott says:
::walks along with Daniels. Looks to her as she nods:: EO: I believe that is what we were told to do... yes...

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: He transferred to a different ship, didn't he?

MO_Turok says:
CO: I could try to scan for any differences in them sir.

ACTION: As the EO and SEC walk down the lined-up vessels, they can see mostly identical ships, much like the one-person ships that had originally swarmed the shuttle...

CSO_Marsland says:
CNS: Yes, he did... can't remember which, though.

CO_Storal says:
MO: That isn’t such a bad idea. Check for flaws in their genome, and such.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: I believe so.  Let's try to find a control room for the cloning facility. That way we can figure out when his DNA got here, anyway.

CSO_Marsland says:
::stops walking against the walkway, and watches as it takes them further into the facility::

Sec_Abbott says:
::frowns (as if that's possible with the scowl she normally wears):: EO: These people do not seem to have much in the way of variety...

ACTION: Suddenly, as the XO, CSO and CNS continue walking down with the moving walkway, they hear a very loud ringing... something is happening...

EO_Daniels says:
::Looks at the ships as they are passing.::  SEC:  So what do you make of all these ships?  Any idea what they would use them for?  I mean, it doesn't seem like they get much company here, so you would think if they wanted to go somewhere they would go in groups, right?

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::looks around at the ringing:: CSO/CNS: What's that and where's it coming from?

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  And no, not much variety at all.

CSO_Marsland says:
::looks around, walking against the walkway again to keep his position, scanning the air with his tricorder::

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: Don't ask me! ::is still slightly dazed from the clone room::

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  I wonder if the clones .. I mean the people here would mind if we looked inside one of the ships, you know just to have a look around?

MO_Turok says:
::Discreetly begins scanning the inhabitants::

CO_Storal says:
MO: If my understanding of cloning is correct. Doesn’t the source DNA deteriorates after each clone?

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::looks around trying to see if there's any type of control room.::

CNS_Solaa says:
::snaps out of it and begins to walk quickly down the moving walkway:: CSO/XO: Well, lets get a move on!

ACTION: As the walkway continues moving on... they see Grey feather’s tube being emptied... his partially-formed body being removed, and transferred to another container, while his former container is being refilled with another body... yet another familiar face... that of Ens. Derryth...

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks around her:: EO: It would appear they have no use for any kind if higher defense. At least not that we can see here... ::looks at her:: There is strength in numbers...

MO_Turok says:
CO: That is true sir. Unless they have a technique we don't know of that would correct that condition.

CSO_Marsland says:
::sees the newest addition:: CNS/XO: Okay, I think we need to figure out what's going on.. He's a recent addition to the crew...

CNS_Solaa says:
::looks at the clone room and stops dead, but still moving:: CSO/XO: OUR ENGINEER!!!!!

CO_Storal says:
MO: Well if they don’t...and they are dying. Then we should leave ASAP.

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: What if they cloned all of us???

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CSO: Agreed.  Let's get out of here and go see if we can find some answers.

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: I would rather not find a clone of myself...

First Minister says:
::walks up to the CO, a glass of brown-colored wine in his hands:: CO: Captain, captain! You don't appear as if you're enjoying yourself.

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  I'd love to get a look at the technology inside.  But I'm only a cadet, so I will let you decide if we should or should not.  ::Looks at her, almost begging from curiosity, but trying not to look too eager.::

Sec_Abbott says:
EO: Let us proceed... ::stops in front of one of the ships and heads up the ramp and into the ship::

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: But how did they get his DNA? He's on the Apache!

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: No not at all. I'm having a good time. Im afraid its the scientist in me. I would like to find out more about your people if you don’t mind.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Neither would I, Ryn.  And we won't know that until we find a control room.  We need to find out what's going on, as Tom said.

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks quicker down the corridor::

ACTION: The SEC walks up to one of the ships... and she encounters a keypad, presumably as a security lock...

CSO_Marsland says:
::follows the XO:: CNS/XO: I would think something scanned us a while back, and sold this information to the Dessicans. Probably those Romulans we engaged.

EO_Daniels says:
::Smiles smugly and follows Sec_Abbott up the ramp to the ship.::  SEC:  A lock?  You're security.  Do you think you can bypass it?  ::Wonders if they should, but really having a horrible time resisting.::

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::nods:: CSO: Might have been.

ACTION: The tubes recycle one more time... this time being filled with unrecognizable individuals... 

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: But they didn't touch us? Well... they hit me, but I doubt you could use that to fill a culture.

First Minister says:
CO: Of course, of course! Whatever we can do to help.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Don't be too sure, Ryn.  I wouldn't be surprised to see a clone of you on here.

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: Oh my God this is so creepy, let's just get out of here! Clone Tom and Clone Ryn and Clone Cmdr. Naegle are going to pop out soon!

CSO_Marsland says:
CNS: But do they really need it? A tricorder scan can pick up the same DNA information...

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::Laughs:: CNS: You're slightly paranoid, Counselor.

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: Tell me. I couldn’t help noticing that you are all clones of one another. How is that possible. I mean doesn’t the source material deteriorate over time?

ACTION: The walkway continues moving down the corridor, at the end of which is an attendant, thanking the visitors for their interest...

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::nods at the "attendant"::

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks at the keypad:: EO: I will try to override the system.... ::uses basic algorhythms to try and override the code in her initial attempt::::

First Minister says:
::grunts a few times, before taking a sip of his wine:: CO: Captain, now really, we have been in this business for millennia, during which time we've developed all sorts of technological marvels and advances - but surely you don't expect us to share those secrets with you?

ACTION: The SEC is apparently so skilled, that the keypad immediately beeps and the doors pop open...

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: Maybe I am, but aren't you just a LITTLE unnerved by this whole situation?

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: Of course not. Forgive me. I couldn’t help myself. So I take it cloning is the only thing that you do on this station?

Sec_Abbott says:
:: blinks in surprise that she did it so quickly:: EO: Apparently these people aren't much good in keeping things protected either...

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  Wow!  You did it!  ::Hugs the SEC, and then composes herself again.::  I have got to see this!  ::Rushes in.::

MO_Turok says:
First minister: May I ask how you collect your samples of DNA?

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Yes, I am, Counselor.  But we have to remain vigilant.

First Minister says:
CO: Indeed, our focus is the fine art of genetic design - but we offer many... pleasures here as well, if you're interested.

CSO_Marsland says:
::nods, following the CNS and XO::

CNS_Solaa says:
::runs up to the attendant:: Attendant: Excuse me, sir.

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: I can see that. I might take you up on that offer. We have been off world for sometime now. Being skilled cloners like you are...Do you have any clients?

Sec_Abbott says:
::stiffens at the EO's sudden gesture of affection and scowls:: EO: Please Ms. Daniels.... I am Klingon.... ::says through gritted teeth as she squares her shoulders and follows her in::

ACTION: As the SEC and EO rush into the shuttle, they see a beautiful multicolored interior... plush seats, artwork, miniature busts... 

EO_Daniels says:
::Heads into the ship, hearing the SEC, and responding, going immediately to the flight controls.::  SEC:  Uh-huh, okay.

First Minister says:
::a horrified look on his face:: CO: Clients? Good heavens, no! Our technology comes with a very strict code of ethics... no price is enough for us to violate that. We control our genetic designs very carefully!

CSO_Marsland says:
::walks up beside the CNS, listening to what she has to say::

ACTION: As the EO pores over the flight controls, the docking port behind the two of them immediately slams shut...

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks around the room:: EO: It appears we can add lack of taste to the list as well...

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: If I may be so bold Minister...Do you take in new DNA?

Attendant says:
::smiles:: CNS: Yes, can I help you, little girl?

CNS_Solaa says:
 ::decides not to retaliate about the "little girl" comment::  Attendant: We're genetic biologists visiting your world and we were told that we could have access to your cloning facilities.

First Minister says:
CO: New... DNA?

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  You know, I think I could fly this thing.  ::hesitates.::  But I know .. I won't.  ::hears the door slam.::  What the ..!  What was that?!

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: Im sorry.. Let me clarify. Do you take samples of fresh DNA?

CNS_Solaa says:
Attendant: Not to carry on our own experiments, no. But to view how the cloning is carried on.

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  I didn't do it!  I swear!  I didn't touch ..anything!

ACTION: Complete silence... then, throughout the entire station, a klaxon is heard... and a voice... "Intruder Alert, Vessel Number 346, Docking Level 84"

MO_Turok says:
::Looks around at the sound of the alarm::

EO_Daniels says:
::Hears the klaxon.::  Self:  That .. can not .. be good.

CO_Storal says:
::hears the alarm:: First Minister: What is that about?

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks at the door, then looks to the EO:: EO: You could have triggered... ::glares at her and scowls as she hears the warning::... an intruder alert....

Attendant says:
CNS: Access? Oh, I'm afraid not.

Sec_Abbott says:
::calmly goes to the door and tries to open it::

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  Me?!  I didn't do anything.  I just sat in the seat.

First Minister says:
CO: Oh, we- ::suddenly, looking up, a brief flash of concern crossing his face:: CO: Not to worry, captain. Our security forces will deal with it.

CNS_Solaa says:
Attendant: We're here to meet one of your geneticists, but we need to know how to get to the facilities. Could you point the way?

EO_Daniels says:
SEC:  Can you get the door open, Lieutenant?.

Attendant says:
::frowns:: CNS: Which geneticist?

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::looks up at the klaxons:: All: What on earth is that about?

Sec_Abbott says:
::is getting a little annoyed:: EO: And it obviously has some kind of sensors in the seat to know you are not one of these people.... ::mutters something in Klingon as she continues to try to get the door open::

Attendant says:
XO: Not to worry, madam, everything is under control.

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: Very well. Now can you please answer my last question Sir?

ACTION: A team of security guards, equipped with weapons, appears outside the docking port... through the windows, they are visible to the SEC and EO...

EO_Daniels says:
::Looks back still looking at the controls in front of her.  Frowns.::  SEC:  Um .. you may want to come see this.  ::Points to the security guards outside the forward window.::

EO_Daniels says:
::Waves to them.::

First Minister says:
CO: Of course... on occasion, we do take in new forms of DNA, yes - we do have various artists who enjoy designing with new source material, yes.

Sec_Abbott says:
::with her Klingon brute strength, she slips the tips of her fingers into the seams of the doors and tries manually to open the door::

EO_Daniels says:
::Gets up and tries to assist her with the door.::

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
Attendant: How can you be sure?

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: How do you acquire the new forms?

CNS_Solaa says:
::turns to Tom:: CSO: What was his name? Umm... the short one...

Attendant says:
XO: It is not my concern, and it need not be yours. Simply enjoy your stay. ::smiles::

ACTION: The doors pop open quickly, almost pushing the SEC back... the security team leader screams...

EO_Daniels says:
::Yanks on the door to open it.::

Security Team Leader says:
SEC: You will surrender immediately!

EO_Daniels says:
::Falls on the ground when the door opens.::

CNS_Solaa says:
Attendant: We would enjoy our stay much more if you could point us to the cloning facilities. ::is stern:: We have a schedule to keep.

CSO_Marsland says:
CNS: Your guess is as good as mine, Ryn...

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::smiles back:: Attendant: Thank you.

Sec_Abbott says:
::steps back to balance herself as she looks down at the Sec Team Leader::

Attendant says:
CNS: Well... ::hesitates:: ... Very well. Follow me.

Sec_Abbott says:
:: slowly holds up her hands:: STL: We have done nothing wrong...

ACTION: The security team's weapons are trained on the SEC...

Security Team Leader says:
SEC/EO: You have been caught breaking into private property. You will come with us immediately.

CNS_Solaa says:
Attendant: Much better, thank you. ::follows the attendant and winks to Tom and the XO::

EO_Daniels says:
::Gets up next to Lieutenant Abbott::  Holds her hands up.::  Sec.Tm.Ldr:  We were only admiring your ship.  We did not think you would mind.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::looks dubious at the CNS, but follows::

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks down at the EO but remains quiet... for the moment::

CSO_Marsland says:
::follows::

Security Team Leader says:
SEC/EO: You thought incorrectly. ::gestures to the others, who grab the EO and SEC brusquely, dragging them away to holding cells, a bit down the corridor...::

First Minister says:
CO: Oh... various methods... sometimes we have people out in search of them...

EO_Daniels says:
Self:  Ouch!  That hurts!  ::Frowns.::  SEC:  Maybe we should let the Captain know?

First Minister says:
 ::looks up, as if someone was speaking to him...:: CO: Hmm... it would appear that our security forces have apprehended two of your officers.

Sec_Abbott says:
::grits her teeth and growls a little at being handled so harshly, but tolerates it... for now... goes along with them:: EO: I assure you he will find out....

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: Two of mine??

First Minister says:
::looks up:: Security: Yes, understood. CO: Yes. A security officer and an engineer. They have been caught breaking into a vessel. What is the meaning of this, captain??

EO_Daniels says:
::Frowns as she is thrown into a holding cell with the SEC.::  SEC:  So now what?

ACTION: The Attendant leads the CNS, XO and CSO down a long corridor... completely blue, all around...

Sec_Abbott says:
EO: We wait until we see the Captain...

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::whispers:: CNS: I hope he's not leading us down the garden path.

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: I realize that this looks bad. But I assure you it isn’t like what it seems. Im afraid my engineer is new. She lets her enthusiasm for new technology get the best of her. This isn’t the first time she has done this.

CNS_Solaa says:
::acts like this whole place is perfectly normal::

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: I implore you to let me deal with her...

First Minister says:
::looking entirely flustered now, clearly disappointed that the party is over...:: CO: Very well. Come with me, and we shall both speak with them.

ACTION: The security guards toss the EO and SEC into a holding cell, sealing them in there...

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: The what?

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: I hope we're not just being led nowhere.

Sec_Abbott says:
::growls a little more harshly that she is practically thrown:: Security: You have much to learn about how to treat a prisoner...

EO_Daniels says:
::Sits down in a corner with her knees up to her chest, her arms wrapped around her knees, and her head down.::

ACTION: The Attendant stops in front of one of the doors, and holds her hand up to the touchpad... the door slides open, and she gestures...

CSO_Marsland says:
::looks inside, hesitant to enter::

Attendant says:
CNS/CSO/XO: Do enjoy your stay of the facilities. Do you require assistance in locating your geneticist friend?

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: Thank you. I sincerely apologize for this. Im afraid that my security officer was probably trying to keep her out of trouble. But sometimes Cadet. Daniels can be...how do I say. a bit fast.

CO_Storal says:
::gets up and follows the Minister::

Sec_Abbott says:
::stands in a corner and takes a deep breath as she places her hands behind her back. She lets the breath out slowly::

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
Attendant: No, no, that's all right. We'll find the person.

EO_Daniels says:
::Looks at the cold cell where they've been placed and feels the coldness on the floor she is sitting on.::  Self:  Captain's not going to be very happy with me.  No he's not.

First Minister says:
::can't even bring himself to respond, as he virtually flies down the corridor, heading for the holding cells::

Attendant says:
 ::nods; the doors slide shut::

CO_Storal says:
MO: check in with the others... Let them know what happened.

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: Okay, we're in.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Well, Counselor, since you seem to be running this team, what's next?

ACTION: Inside the facility, rows upon rows of computer equipment and analytical tools...

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: Keep an eye out for names.

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks over to a console and looks over the information on the screen::

MO_Turok says:
CO: Aye sir. :: Begins looking for the other team members::

Sec_Abbott says:
::begins singing a Klingon Opera::

EO_Daniels says:
::Wonders what the Captain is going to say, and holds her ears as the Klingon starts to sing.::

First Minister says:
CO: Perhaps this incident need not tarnish our relationship.

EO_Daniels says:
Thinking to Self:  Okay!  Okay!  Punishment enough already!  I'll never do it again!

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: I agree. Thank you for your understanding in this matter. I assure you that this incident will not be repeated.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::Nods:: CNS: Right.  Make sure ours aren't in there.

EO_Daniels says:
::Looks up as she thinks she hears the Captain's voice.::

CNS_Solaa says:
CSO/XO: We've got to find out how they are cloning our crewmembers. How they are getting our DNA and if anyone else we know is up for cloning.

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks down at the EO and stops singing, frowning::

ACTION: The First Minister dashes into the holding cells, hurrying up to the cell where the EO and SEC are being held...

Sec_Abbott says:
::notices the First Minister and stands in her spot, looking as calm as ever as she regards him calmly::

EO_Daniels says:
::Sees the First Minister rushing up to the cell, and holds her head really low.::

CO_Storal says:
::follows the minister and rushes up to the cell ahead of the Minister:: EO: Cadet Daniels...What have I told you about your curiosity!

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Well, for one, did either of you eat anything at the Banquet?  That's the most obvious place to start.

EO_Daniels says:
::Stands up and looks down at the floor.::  CO:  Captain, I .. I .. I'm sorry.  I meant no .. I meant no harm.  They just looked so interesting.  I didn't touch anything, honest.  I just sat in the chair.  I didn't know ..

CSO_Marsland says:
::looks to see if the Attendant is still there::

CO_Storal says:
::looks over at the SEC:: Abbott: And you! You have to pay more attention to her...You know how she is!

EO_Daniels says:
CO:  Captain, it was my fault.  I rushed in.

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: Nope. I was looking at the guidebook.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Do you still have the guidebook?

CSO_Marsland says:
CNS/XO: Why not just confront one of these geneticists?

CO_Storal says:
EO: It was a good thing that I explained to our gracious host the reason for this incident...

MO_Turok says:
::Continues searching for his crewmates::

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CSO: Go for it.

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: May I have a word with my officers alone please...

EO_Daniels says:
CO:  I know the full implications, Sir.  I will accept the responsibility for what I have done.  Whatever punishment you wish to give, I will accept.

Sec_Abbott says:
::takes a few steps forward and meets the Captain's eyes:: CO: These ships were quite easy to enter, Captain. They were not heavily guarded. As the EO said, we did not touch anything. ... nor did we have any intention.. ::huffs up her chest:: I take responsibility for our actions. Were it not for me, she wouldn't have been able to enter the vessel.

First Minister says:
::nods, and steps out::

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: I think I dropped it back there.

CNS_Solaa says:
::looks around for any scientists working::

CO_Storal says:
EO/SEC: If I could count how many times you two have let me down...::his voice trails off as he watches the Minister leave:: Now.. what happened??

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Brilliant, Ryn.  Don't be surprised if they pick it up and pick up your DNA.

ACTION: There are scientists everywhere... who to pick?

CNS_Solaa says:
::eyes widen:: XO: Don't say that, sir!

Sec_Abbott says:
::feels a tiny smirk come to her face as she regards the Captain, then steps forward to get as close to him as she can:: CO: As I said, Sir. There were no guards. No security. Very unusual, in my opinion.

CSO_Marsland says:
::chuckles, and walks up to a scientist:: Scientist: Excuse me, but how do you get the DNA you use for clones?

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
CNS: Well, you brought it up.

EO_Daniels says:
::Waits for SEC to speak since she is in charge, but ready to give her account if needed.::

Scientist says:
::glances at the CSO, for but a second, then looks back down at her work::

CNS_Solaa says:
::turns and goes to the nearest clone scientist:: XO: Excuse me. I'm a geneticist from Alpha Numerica Inc. and we were directed here to watch your experiments. This complex is most impressive!

CO_Storal says:
EO/SEC: Well it's a good thing I talk fast. I got to the Minister before he could punish you two. We need to find the others. I think we stumbled onto something big here.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::stands back and watches the two officers make fools of themselves::

Sec_Abbott says:
::looks at him curiously:: CO: Oh? And what is that, Captain?

EO_Daniels says:
::Gets an excited look on her face, waiting for her captain to tell them what it was they found.::  CO:  By the way, no signs of Romulan ships, Captain.

CO_Storal says:
Sec: Not here... I’m sorry for this in advance Mr. Abbott.

CSO_Marsland says:
::grabs his shoulder:: Scientist: Hey, buddy, I'm talking to you.  I come all the way from .. a long ways away to see this stuff, now explain it.

Sec_Abbott says:
::straightens her form proudly:: CO: No need to explain, Sir.

CO_Storal says:
::Punches Abbott across her face:: SEC: If you fail me again. I will have your hide decorating my chambers. Is that clear!

Scientist says:
CNS: ... Thank you.

CNS_Solaa says:
Scientist: So, who is your supervisor? We're to speak with him.

Scientist says:
::looks at the CSO in shock, then shakes him off:: CSO: Rudeness will get you nowhere.

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::chuckles at the officers::

Sec_Abbott says:
::holds her face in the direction it was punched for a moment, can't help but feeling a little excited by the punch, yet knowing it was all a ruse::

EO_Daniels says:
::Figures she better not make her Captain mad again.::  Self:  If he hits me that way, I'll be knocked into another galaxy.

CSO_Marsland says:
Scientist: I'll be less rude when you start talking, buddy. This stuff is very.. interesting, and I've been assigned to go all this way and learn it! I'll talk to your minister if ya don't tell me.

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: May I take my officers into my charge Sir?

Scientist says:
CSO: Please do so. Who gave you access to these facilities?

Sec_Abbott says:
::grits her teeth, even though it looks like she's mad... she's not:: CO: Understood.... Captain....

First Minister says:
CO: Can you guarantee that they will not cause any more trouble?

CSO_Marsland says:
Scientist: Everyone did. My company contacted our government who contacted your government who contacted this facility. We were let in upon our arrival.

Scientist says:
CSO: Look. I am quite busy with my project... if there is any delay, I could lose every- Agh!

ACTION: The scientist's samples burn to a crisp...

CO_Storal says:
First Minister: I can. Once again I’m terribly sorry.

CSO_Marsland says:
Scientist: See, now if ya had just answered me...

Sec_Abbott says:
::straightens her form and takes a deep breath::

EO_Daniels says:
::Gets a scared look on her face from the actions of her Captain, glad he did not leave her in that cold cell, and making a mental note not to get on his bad side.::

CNS_Solaa says:
::hears the scientist's anguished cries and glares at Tom::

XO_Naegle-Marsland says:
::walks over to Tom's scientist:: Scientist: We have strict orders, we need to speak to your supervisor.

Scientist says:
::sighs:: XO/CNS/CSO: ... Down this corridor, take a left. 

MO_Turok says:
::Shouting:: All: Hello crew! Where are you?

<<<<<<<<<End>>>>>>>>>>>

Star Trek: Apache
In the Shadows
Part XIII

“You are all prisoners 		
of the Romulan Empire…”

8.12.2005

ACTDR PICTURES PRESENTSAN A CALL TO DUTY PRODUCTION  A USS APACHE FILM  “IN THE SHADOWS”STARRING RAMON APODACA  DEBBIE NEWELL  KYLE WILSON  AND KIRK POWERS  TOM MARSLAND   ANNA MENSER  BRYCE MILLER  WILLIAM DAVIS  CHRIS CROSS  EINAR SIGUROSSON  CHARLES SHAW
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Last Time on Star Trek: Apache…

ACTION: On all the internal sensors, a massive energy spike is detected in Dr. Reyon's quarters...

ACO_LtJG_Ryushi says:
::reaches for his commbadge:: *CIV*: Lieutenant Davis, send security to deck two immediately.

ACTION: As Dr. Reyon walks down the corridors, the lights begin to flicker and go out... internal sensors records a massive energy... wave just passing right through the ship, as Dr. Reyon walks... heading towards the ship's centre of mass...

CIV_Davis says:
::notices the power surges and begins to make precautions to isolate Deck 2 from the rest of the ship::

CIV_Davis says:
::disables turbolift service to Deck 2 and tries to assign additional security details to the Deck::

SO_Ens_York says:
CIV: Attempting to raise emergency forcefields to seal off deck 2!

ACTION: Emergency forcefields raise... Deck 2 sealed off...

ACTION: Dr. Reyon looks around... and stops, smiling, as she places her hands slowly onto the deck plating, crouching to the ground, as if in prayer...

ACTION: As her prayer intensifies, her hands begin to glow with energy... then, with a forceful thrust, she slams her hands into the deck plating... and everyone on the ship begins to hear a loud hum...

ACTION: As the hum intensifies, a vibration can be felt... suddenly, everyone is slammed to the deck plating as the ship lurches forward into subspace... just like it was with the XO...

ACTION: As the CEO tries to disable warp drive, on his controls he can see that the ship is gradually moving faster and faster, almost reaching maximum warp... the inertial dampers begin to be overpowered...

ACTION: The ship is going so fast... well beyond maximum limits now.... and the ship is vibrating so hard, that the ship shudders periodically... and then one massive shudder, and everyone is sent to the opposite bulkhead...

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::raises the power on the phaser, and gets ready to fire again. Then reconsiders. Flips it open, and rapidly feeds its power pack into itself. As soon as she's done, she skids the phaser along the ground at the good Doctor::

ACTION: As the phaser hits Dr. Reyon, she loses her concentration and collapses to the deck plating... at the same time, the Apache comes to a SUDDEN stop...

ACO_LtJG_Ryushi says:
::picks himself up and wipes the blood from his forehead, now insanely pissed off:: *CEO*: Yes, Ensign.  *ALL*: Get to Deck Two, take Dr. Reyon into custody.  Do NOT kill her.

FCO_V’Taran says:
ACO: Well, let's just say we don't want to be here right now... we're in the heart of the Romulan Star Empire, sir.

ACO_LtJG_Ryushi says:
::his eyes widen:: *FCO*: The... Romulan... Get us out of here.  Now.

Dr_Reyon says:
CIV: ... The... the Pah'Wraith..... still here....

ACTION: Dr. Reyon collapses out of exhaustion... she speaks no more.

ACO_LtJG_Ryushi says:
*CIV*: There are Pah-Wraiths here?!?

ACO_LtJG_Ryushi says:
*ALL*: Crew Attention!  ::attention whistle::  Everyone is in grave danger.  All senior staff, report to the Bridge, all others are confined to quarters immediately.

And now the continuation…

USS Apache - 10508.12

The Apache is currently stuck many light years into the heart of the Romulan frontier... having been propelled there by Dr. Reyon possessed by a Pah'Wraith... Dr. Reyon is now free of the spectral, but the Pah'Wraith still roams the Apache... perhaps? Or has it left for good? In any case, the longer they remain in Romulan space, the more likely it will be that they will be stopped... 

<<<<<<<<<Begin>>>>>>>>>

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
::stepping off the turbolift onto the bridge... goes and paces in front of the chair with his hands clasped behind his back...::

ACTION: The Apache hasn't caught anyone's attention yet, as they remain stationary, equidistant from Romulus and the Romulan Neutral Zone...

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
:: Checking the system readouts at the bridge's engineering station::

SO_Ens_York says:
::continues working on his plan in the Brig, looking over some texts in the Medical Databank::

CIV_Davis says:
::pops out of the next TurboLift after Ryushi's and looks around, not sure what to do next::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
:: checking the computer for more infomration on the Pah'Wraith, while at the same time making sure that security people are starting patrols of the ship ::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
V'Taran: I've changed my mind, Lieutenant.  Get us out of here.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Sighs with relief upon hearing the ACO's command::

FCO_V’Taran says:
ACO: Understood, sir. Maximum warp, I imagine?

CIV_Davis says:
::stands back towards one of the aft stations::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
V'Taran: Yes, toward the Neutral Zone.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Might I suggest that we travel at standard cruising speed for the type of vessel we are emulating.

CIV_Davis says:
::steps forward::  ACO, CEO: I don't want to spend any more time on this side of the neutral zone than I have to..

SO_Ens_York says:
::gets a Tricorder from the desk and starts uploading a new subroutine::

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
CIV: And I don't want to draw attention to us.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: An excellent suggestion, Mr. Derryth, but I don't want to spend any more time than absolutely necessary in this region of space.

CIV_Davis says:
CEO: The more time we're here, the more likely we'll be detected.  If wea re detected, we are in a world of trouble.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
:: looks over a bit of data :: All: Not to detract from the speed debate, but what would a Pah'Wraith want with us? ... just curious.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Wait just a moment for that, Ensign...

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Are all crew in their quarters as ordered?

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
:: checks to make sure :: ACO: Except for my security teams, sir.

SO_Ens_York says:
::inputs the correct frequence into the Tricorder for it to emit alpa waves::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: I want your security teams in their quarters as well.  The order was everyone but senior officers confined to quarters, clear?

CIV_Davis says:
*SO*: Ensign York, what's your status?

SO_Ens_York says:
*CIV*: Sir, just finished uploading the last of the data to the tricorder, now it should emit Alpha waves when activated. But the limit will be extremely short.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Aye, sir. Correcting, sir- even the people I was going to send to keep an eye on the doctor?

CIV_Davis says:
*SO*: Very well.  The Captain wants you on the Bridge here as soon as you can get here.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: yes.  The forcefields are in place, she can stay alone.

SO_Ens_York says:
*CIV*: On my way.

SO_Ens_York says:
::grabs the tricorder and the alpha wave inducer and heads for the nearest TL::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Aye, sir. :: quickly revamps her prior instructions, and gets the security teams to their quarters ::

ACTION: On the ship, all systems appear to be normal, with the odd power spike, possibly due to the earlier fluctuations recorded from the Pah'Wraith...

SO_Ens_York says:
::enters the TL:: TL: Bridge.

CIV_Davis says:
V'Taran: Estimated time of arrival at present speed?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Notices the odd power spikes and tries to locate their positions::

FCO_V’Taran says:
CIV: Days, sir. And that's assuming we don't run into any problems either.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
:: pays awful close attention to those power spikes, and looks for any pattern ::

ACTION: The power spikes appear throughout the ship... but never very serious or pronounced...

CIV_Davis says:
::nods::  V'Taran:  Thank you.

SO_Ens_York says:
::steps out onto the Bridge and walks over to his station::

CIV_Davis says:
ACO: How are we going to do this?  We've got a long way to cover, and we're going through a potential minefield.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Sir there appear to be residaul power spikes popping up all over the ship.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: I'm aware of that.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
CIV: Just exactly how far off -are- we?

SO_Ens_York says:
::places the modified Tricorder ontop of his station and activates a level 5 diagnostic on the new subroutines::

CIV_Davis says:
::shrugs::  CTO: Far enough for it to be an inconvenience.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CIV: Well... I believe that Senator Korata here... has masked our ship to emit Romulan readings.  ::looks at the senator::
Korata: Is this true?

CIV_Davis says:
ACO, Korata:  And if someone challenges that?  All they need is a view screen to see that we aren't a Romulan ship.

Korata says:
::at the science station... she nods to the aCO:: aCO: For a while, we will fool the Romulan ships, yes.

CIV_Davis says:
::starts to pace back and forth, rubbing his chin::

CIV_Davis says:
::stops, and flails arms::  ACO, Korata:  Right...what then?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Korata: Good.  I thank you.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
CIV: Pretty big inconvenience.

SO_Ens_York says:
::pics up the Tricorder, satisfied with the results and walks over to the CIV::

SO_Ens_York says:
CIV: Sir, I have a working prototype here. But I don't think this has ever been used in this manner before.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Now is everyone in their quarters?

CIV_Davis says:
::looks at the tricorder, and then York, not ignorant of the fact that York knows much more about this::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Aye, sir.

CIV_Davis says:
SO: Good work, Ensign..just keep an eye on it and monitor what's going on.  Hopefully the prototype will be a success.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Good.  Seal the Bridge.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Returns to watching the engineering display::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::nods and raises her eyebrows in confusion, but never thinks to question anything:: ACO: Aye, sir. ::her fingers dance along the console, and she quickly locks down the bridge::

SO_Ens_York says:
CIV: Hopefully sir, but for it to work the user has to be in close proximity to the suspect to use it so the waves won't scatter.

CIV_Davis says:
::gets ready to just acknowledge whatever York is saying, but stops and thinks for a moment::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: Ensign Derryth, restrict computer access to all crew quarters.  I don't want them to be able to access the main computer, understood?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Aye aye.

CIV_Davis says:
SO: Is there a way we could log this device into the ship's systems so we can use it throughout the ship?

CIV_Davis says:
SO:  From a remote location...like the Bridge..::gestures to the room they are in::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
ALL: A few months ago, this ship's Executive Officer was taken over by a Pah'Wraith.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
:: Does what was asked... locking down access to the main computer::

SO_Ens_York says:
::starts to think on what the CIV proposed, but stops to listen to the ACO::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
ALL: She took the ship on quite the wild ride... Ending up in the Qa'mata Imperium and attempting to destroy the Bajoran Wormhole in hopes of getting rid of the Bajoran gods, the Prophets.

CIV_Davis says:
::continues to pace, milling over his own suggestion and wondering if it could work::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
ALL: I'm sure you've all heard this story, but the Prophets are, of course, the ones who are containing the Pah'Wraiths in the Bajoran Fire Caves.  Apparently, they've recently failed to uphold that containment.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
ALL: I have just been informed by Mr. Davis that there is a Pah'Wraith spectre, or perhaps more than one, on board the Apache

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
ALL: Previous experiences tell us that the Pah'Wraiths have the ability to... posses, in a sense... humanoid beings such as ourselves.

CIV_Davis says:
ACO: So how do we protect ourselves against this?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CIV: That's quite the problem, Mr. Davis... I do not believe there is a way.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
Self: Oh. Good.

SO_Ens_York says:
ACO: Sir, if I may?

CIV_Davis says:
ACO: What if we incapacitated the crew aside from ourselves somehow?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
SO: By all means... ::gestures::

CIV_Davis says:
::backs off and listens to York::

ACTION: On sensors, there appears to be two Romulan warbirds, flying parallel to the Apache, approximately two light years behind...

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
:: Starts to sweat ::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: Problem, Mr. Derryth?

SO_Ens_York says:
ACO: Thank you sir, as for now we might have a solution to stop whomever the Pah'Wraith takes over, with alpa waves, forcing the person into sleep. But this is only a temporary solution, since the Pah'Wraith can always jump to another able body.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Ah, sir, we have a problem.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
::whips around:: CTO: What is it?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Motions to the viewscreen and puts up the aft view ::

CIV_Davis says:
SO: If we could get rid of all the potential hosts and narrow the active crew just down to us, we could contain that a little easier.

CIV_Davis says:
SO: Using your idea, I think.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Two warbirds, sir. D'deridex.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Red Alert.

SO_Ens_York says:
CIV: It's possible, putting the whole crew to sleep. But also very dangerous. Regulations specify that someone always has to be on duty down in Engineering for an example.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Aye, sir. ::takes the ship to Red Alert:: ACO: Sir, with all crew in their quarters, though... moot point. They can't man battlestations.

CIV_Davis says:
SO: Then we station two people there.  So far, we only have evidence of one wraith or whatever the hell these things are.

CIV_Davis says:
::approaches the SO::  SO: If we could rig this alpha wave thing so that we could use it anywhere on the ship, perhaps activated by voice, it might help alleviate this problem.

CIV_Davis says:
SO: To a degree.

SO_Ens_York says:
CIV: Alright, that should work. Considering the alpa waves do the job. We still have to field test it.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Wait... do not power our defense systems just yet.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
SO: Get to that Science station...

SO_Ens_York says:
::takes his seat at the station:: ACO: Aye sir.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Yes sir. Shields are not up, and the weapons are still cold.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Sir we perhaps if we used the holodeck to look like a Romulan bridge and used that if they start to hail us.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
SO: I want a passive sensor scan of those vessels.  Make it look like we just want to know who they are...

SO_Ens_York says:
ACO: Yes sir, I'll start by powering down the Sensor efficency to the level of a Romulan cargo ship.

SO_Ens_York says:
::modifies the sensors then runs a passive, casual scan of the two ships::

ACTION: Suddenly, a quiet rumbling can be heard on the bridge... as the power spikes continue to crop up around them... the Romulan ships still flying parallel...

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
SO: You don't necessarily have to do that... just make it look like it...

CIV_Davis says:
::holds breath as he paces now::

ACTION: The SO's console goes black...

SO_Ens_York says:
ACO: Sir?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
SO: Could we have the environmental units, shipwide, pulse these alpha waves?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Korata: Could this be because of the modifications you've made, Senator?

SO_Ens_York says:
CEO: No, we would be succeptible to the waves aswell.

CIV_Davis says:
ACO, Korata:  Could the fact that two ships are coming dangerously close to us be related to that, too...?

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::holds onto her console with one hand in case the ride gets much bumpier all of a sudden::

Korata says:
::frowns:: aCO: No, certainly not... Can we risk dropping the modifications, to be sure?

SO_Ens_York says:
CEO: Chief, my monitor just went dead.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Walks up to the panel::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Korata: You tell me.  ::gestures at the two Warbirds on the screen::

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
SO: Excuse me. ::Reaches to get at the access panel::

SO_Ens_York says:
::moves to Science 2 and activates it:: CEO: Let me try on this end.

ACTION: The Science 2 console activates... and on the monitor, an Egyptian ankh superimposed on a Bajoran icon comes into view...

CIV_Davis says:
::::walks down towards the conn::

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Pops the compartment and starts to examine the power conduits and Isolinear chips and whatnot::

Computer_Voice says:
SO: Unable to activate console.

SO_Ens_York says:
Self: By the Queen..

SO_Ens_York says:
Computer: Computer, what symbol is this?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
SO: Sensor scan, Ensign...?

CIV_Davis says:
::folds hands behind back and turns towards York, not liking the way this is going::

SO_Ens_York says:
ACO: Captain, I am unable to use my station.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::notices the computer weirdness:: ACO: Sir, I'd like to start isolating computer systems from one another as much as possible.

ACTION: Suddenly, the same icons appear on all the monitors...

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::mutters:: Self: Never mind.

CIV_Davis says:
CTO: Well, that was a good idea up until right about now..

Computer_Voice says:
SO: Very astute, Ensign William York.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
Self: Oh man.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Excellent idea, Ensign... it appears it came too late, however... ::glancing around the bridge::

CIV_Davis says:
SO: Back away from the consoles, Ensign..

SO_Ens_York says:
::frowns at the Computer's voice then backs away::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: Have you made modifications to the computer system that I was not aware of, Ensign?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Sir, you told me not to touch the computers when I came aboard.

Computer_Voice says:
aCO: I am the modification... We meet again, Lieutenant Junior Grade Ryushi.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
:: Backs away from the station quickly ::

CIV_Davis says:
::looks towards the ceiling for some reason, then back towards the aft consoles::

CIV_Davis says:
Computer Voice:  What do you want?

Computer_Voice says:
aCO: ... Domination.

SO_Ens_York says:
::walks over to the CEO and whispers to him:: CEO: Sir, what about implementing Emergency Procedure Alpha-Two? Placing all systems on manual control ?

CIV_Davis says:
Computer Voice: Of what?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Computer: This system does not have consciousness...

Computer_Voice says:
aCO: My rightful place... CIV: Of everything, Civilian William Davis.

CIV_Davis says:
::rubs chin::  Computer Voice:  Perhaps we can work together then..

CIV_Davis says:
::looks towards Ryushi and shrugs, figuring few people have had the chance to handle this particular scenario::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
::watches interestedly as Davis converses with the computer::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::looks like she's at a loss::

Computer_Voice says:
CIV: You fool. I do not require your services, in any capacity. 

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
SO: Perhaps, but how?

CIV_Davis says:
::paces::  Computer Voice:  Apparently you do.  Your efforts up to this point have been unsuccessful.

SO_Ens_York says:
CEO: You're the Engineer, I'm just the Science geek. ::manages a smile::

CIV_Davis says:
Computer Voice:  At the very least, we may be able to make things a little easier...in return for something else.

SO_Ens_York says:
CEO: We need to input the command somehow.

Computer_Voice says:
CIV: And that is why you are exactly where I wish you to be.

ACTION: Suddenly, the entire ship powers down... all the lights go out, all the systems go out... including life support...

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
Quietly: Argh.

CIV_Davis says:
Self:  Good work, Bill...that should be a commendation towards the Starfleet hall of shame...

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: What happened?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: I didn't touch anything! ... sir.

CIV_Davis says:
Computer Voice:  Have it your way.

ACTION: Silence... not even a rumbling of a power relay...

CIV_Davis says:
Computer Voice:  I'd be pretty upset if I had been dominated by the Prophets for so long, too.  ::shrugs and continues pacing, wanting to get some idea of what they are facing::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::carefully, carefully fiddles with her phaser until she has it on the lowest stun setting:: ACO: Permission to get us some light, sir?

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: I know that, Ensign, I want you to figure out why the lights went out and we are about to suffocate.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Aye... I need to get to engineering.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Permission to leave the bridge.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: I'm afraid... you'll have to use the jeffries tubes, Mr. Derryth.

Computer_Voice says:
aCO: I daresay your USS Apache is rather naked and exposed to the rest of the galaxy right now, with the power out...

CIV_Davis says:
::figures he should let Ryushi deal with this since the entity deals with him by default anyway::

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
:: Moves over to the Jeffries access port::

CIV_Davis says:
CEO:  Hold on a second..

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Computer Voice: Yes, I'm afraid you are correct.

ACTION: Suddenly, everyone onboard the ship feels a shudder coursing through...

CIV_Davis says:
::turns to Ryushi::  ACO: We can't let this thing take the ship and go further away from Federation territory..

CIV_Davis says:
::leans down towards the console support for balance::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: I think we're overlooking the big picture. If this ship gets blown up, wouldn't it die too? So, uh... why's it doing this?

ACTION: The shudder gets a little rougher, then begins to stabilize... as the ship begins to move...

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CIV: That is a correct assessment...

CIV_Davis says:
ACO, CTO: The big picture is preventing this thing from doing any more damage, or the Romulans from getting the ship..

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: I do not know.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
V'Taran: Where are we going?!?

FCO_V’Taran says:
aCO: I do not know, sir. None of my systems are powered.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: There are no systems functioning.

ACTION: Suddenly, out of the corner of his eye, the CEO notices on the viewscreen... something massive coming into view...

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
::is silently enraged::

CIV_Davis says:
::wonders what they would have to do to destroy the ship if they wanted to::

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
Aloud: Look! :: Pointing at the viewer::

ACTION: ... A warbird...

Computer_Voice says:
aCO: Welcome... to the Romulan Star Empire, gentlemen...

CIV_Davis says:
::sits in the chair next to the CO's chair and faces the viewr::

SO_Ens_York says:
Self: Great..and this day started off so nicely.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CEO: Get to engineering, NOW.  Life Support, Sensors, then weapons.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
ACO: Aye. I'm on it.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
:: quickly does some 'calculations in her mind as she looks at the d'deridex... ::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CTO: Can you hail them?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Pops open the floorboards to get into the tube::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
::takes a seat in the big chair::

SO_Ens_York says:
CIV: Ideas?

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Begins decent to deck 15::

ACTION: Suddenly, directly in front of the aCO's seat, a shimmering can be seen... and five Romulan soldiers materialize, weapons in hand...

CIV_Davis says:
SO:  You've got me.  The only hope we can have is that the Pah'Wraith is affecting them, too.

CIV_Davis says:
::stands and gets in front of Ryushi::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
ACO: Nothing's up, sir. I can't even stick my head out a hatch and throw rocks, sir.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
::stands and reaches for his phaser:: Romulans: What are you doing on my ship!?

SO_Ens_York says:
::sees the Romulans materialize and runs to get a phaser out of the weapons locker::

CIV_Davis says:
Romulans:  Hold your fire!  ::raises hands::

Romulan_Leader says:
SO: Stop. aCO: What are you doing in the Romulan Empire?

SO_Ens_York says:
::stops and puts his hands up in the air::

CIV_Davis says:
::steps aside from Ryushi::

ACTION: The other soldiers move around the bridge, each taking one of the officers there... 

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Romulan: We were brought here against our will by a very powerful... creature...

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
::Thinks it's eerily quiet in the tubes today::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Romulan: In case you didn't notice, we were on our way out.

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
::puts her hands up silently, and finds the ceiling very interesting today::

CIV_Davis says:
Romulans:  You may be in danger here, too..

Romulan_Leader says:
aCO: Of course. You are now prisoners of the Romulan Empire. Your ship will be seized, and you will be transported to Romulus where you will be formally charged and sentenced. Your presence here will be construed as an act of war. Your government will be notified.

CIV_Davis says:
Romulans:  The hell with that.  You have to know something is wrong.

CIV_Davis says:
Romulans:  We're sitting here in the dark...why would we do that?  What tactical advantage do we have with our pants down so far from our space?

SO_Ens_York says:
::slips the modified tricorder into his pocket, hoping to get unoticed::

CIV_Davis says:
::puts hands on hips, obviously frustrated with the fact that Romulans, are, well, Romulans::

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
Romulan: ::raises hands, palms up:: I am Vulcan.  I am incapable of lying to you.  Would you like to examine our sensor logs to certify that we are telling the truth?

Romulan_Leader says:
aCO: A Vulcan... I've never met a Vulcan before. *Romulan Transporter Chief*: Beam all prisoners to Holding Bay Five.

ACTION: Everyone dematerializes, and rematerializes on the warbird... the CEO crashes to the deck plating, in the middle of climbing downwards...

CIV_Davis says:
::hands still on hips in the Romulan vessel::  All: Nope, can't be good.

CEO_Ens_Derryth says:
Aloud: What in the hell just happened. ::Getting of from a rather nasty spill::

SO_Ens_York says:
Self: Great.

Host ACO_Ryushi says:
CIV: Thank you for that... obvious... assessment, Mr. Davis... Now..

Korata says:
::she looks around... her eyes wide... as she realizes where they are... she collapses to the deck plating...::

CIV_Davis says:
::looks at Korata, wondering why she just faceplanted::

CTO_Ens_Ramor says:
Self: Well, today just got a lot more, ah... uncomfortable. ::looks around a bit::

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