Host Bren says:  <<<<<<<<<<<Resume Mission 10106.18>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::is on bridge at science station one and places the finishing touches on the type 8 probe:: CO: The probe has been modified as per your orders sir and is standing by to be launched, sir.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::leaves the shuttle bay and heads to the TL::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Orders some Engineering Teams to their Grey Mode Operating posts.:: CEO: Crew standing by for Grey mode sir. ::Taps away at the console.::

OPS_DeShay says:  ::On the bridge at OPS finishing the level 1 diagnostics on the power systems::

Daemon_Zul says:  ::checks reconfiguration of deflector dish::

Host CO_Lynam says:  ::Enters the bridge and places his sword and scabbard next to his chair, then sits down on the lumpy seat::

CEO_Merna says:  EO: Thanks Jo. ::Looks over to the next console and brings up the Grey mode configuration.::

FCO_Nichols says:  TL: Bridge.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Notices the sword next to the CO::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Marauder comes out of warp near the Owleston Nebula.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Nods to his CTO to begin::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Repositions himself in-between the various consoles at the Master Systems Display.:: Self: Okay.. Ready.

SO_Roy says:  ::gets in the TL:: TL: Bridge!

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Tetryon beam is aimed toward the nebula::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::enters the bridge stopping momentarily to look at the empty XO seat::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::looks at the sword and scabbard and grins to herself:: Self: I think things are about to get interesting...and fun.

CEO_Merna says:  *CO*: All systems fully operational sir.  Grey Mode operations ready. ::Taps a few commands into his consoles.::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::did not realize that the CO was not on the bridge and so repeats:: CO: The probe has been modified as per your orders sir and is standing by to be launched, sir.

Daemon_Zul says:  @CTO: I want no interference this time... check for intruders.

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Take us out of warp, I don't want to overtake the Ferengi::

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Thinks about getting his 6-shooter but knows he can't leave his post::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Understood.  Stand by.

FCO_Nichols says:  ~~CTO: He must be off on another inspection.~~

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: Aye sir.

SO_Roy says:  ::exits the TL and walks on the bridge::

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

Host CO_Lynam says:  *ALL*: Engage Grey mode.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Looks to his boss.:: CEO: Shall I augment the crew in the transporters sir? ::Has his finger over a button ready to send them.::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::relieves Ens Babs and brings the ship out of warp::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::moves her station to Grey mode::

CEO_Merna says:  EO: Yes. ::Taps the commands for Grey mode and starts monitoring its operation closely.::

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Sets all power systems to Grey mode::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::pushes the big gray button:: CO: Gray mode enabled

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::sets sensors to passive mode::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::<CTO>Daemon: It's beginning.

SO_Roy says:  ::looks around and tries to spot the CSO::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo>::Sends another team to the Transporter Room.:: CEO: Done sir. ::Works on the rest of the ships critical systems.::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Rubs hands together gleefully::

Capt_Spencer says:  $<CTO> Capt: It's beginning.

CTO_KBeth says:  ~~FCO: Yep...I wonder when it will be tactical's turn?~~

FCO_Nichols says:  ::receives report from deck chief Joseph::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Launch the Europa and Brege, then lay in the course we discussed.

Capt_Spencer says:  $::grins:: CTO: Good. That means he's back.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Load Lieutenant Tarrez's probe and prepare to launch.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::reads her sensors:: CO: I am detecting Tachyon particles sir.

SO_Roy says:  ::walks to the CSO:: CSO: Lt... Tarrez?

OPS_DeShay says:  ::transfers shuttle bay controls to FCO::

Daemon_Zul says:  @CTO: Any one nearby?

FCO_Nichols says:  *Joseph/Dunlap* Off you go boys.  See you on the flip side.

FCO_Nichols says:  OPS: Bay doors please?

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: 3/4 impulse.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::loads the probe in torpedo bay 1:: CO: Ready to fire.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::looks up at the SO: SO: Yes what can I do for you.

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: No one... we're alone.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Watches the various Grey Mode systems and makes minor adjustments to the transporter sequences to increase its efficiency.::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Tachyon particles are doing their job a rift is forming.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Opens shuttle bay doors::

SO_Roy says:  ::at attention:: CSO: Ens Roy, reporting for duty!

FCO_Nichols says:  ::slows to 3/4 impulse and prepares the 90 degree sweep::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Walks over to the warp core and scans it with a tricorder.::

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Captain, we have a rift beginning to form.

OPS_DeShay says:  FCO: Shuttle bay doors open.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Eyes widen as the tiny speck begins growing::

Capt_Spencer says:  $::waiting, and watching the rift form through her ship's viewscreen:: TAC: Full alert status.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Very well.

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: One moment. ::turns to the CO: A rift is forming.

FCO_Nichols says:  OPS: Thanks DeShay.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Looks over to the Master Situation Monitor and smiles slightly, then quickly turns his attention back to the MSD.:: Self: Okay... Looking good.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Understood.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::watches her sensors as the runabouts leave the ship::

Daemon_Zul says:  @OPS: Stand by to send a hail.

OPS_DeShay says:  FCO: ::Wink::

SO_Roy says:  ::waits standing next to the CSO::

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Shall I fire the probe?

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Launch the probe.

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: Ready sir.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::turns back to the SO:: SO: Sorry about that Ens Roy is it?

FCO_Nichols says:  CO/CSO: My runabouts are out and waiting to follow the probe.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::fires torpedo bay 1:: All: Probe away.

CSO_Tarrez says:  FCO: Understood

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Have your pilots form up with the probe and begin their mission, then engage on the prepared course, Warp 2.

Daemon_Zul says:  @CTO: Perhaps this time the gods are with us.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Returns to the MSD and logs the data from the warp core.  Then heads over to the Impulse systems display.  Taps a few commands into it and smiles.  Then quickly makes his way back to the Master Systems Display.:: CEO: Everything’s 5 by 5 sir. ::Starts his basic monitoring.::

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Yes, Ma'am. I was assigned to SCI here and this is my first duty shift.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: Welcome aboard ::smiles:: I am sorry things are a bit hectic at the moment why don't you monitor the probe that we just launched.

Capt_Spencer says:  $::waits, tension building onboard::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::points the SO to science station 2::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: A whole in space opens up, shimmering almost at the edges, big enough for a Starship to come through

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Aye. ::sits at SCI 2::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: Uh, Daemon... something on the sensors...

SO_Roy says:  CSO: And that probe is monitoring what?

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Sir, we have an opening large enough for a ship to come through.

CEO_Merna says:  EO Jo: Good Jo..  Lets try to keep it that way. ::Looks to him with a prideful smile, then turns back to his console.::  How’s the power systems?

Daemon_Zul says:  @::spins about:: CTO: What is it?

Capt_Spencer says:  $All: Now.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Very well.

FCO_Nichols says:  COM:Europa/Brege:  Standard formation behind that probe boys.  You know the drill.  See you later.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::loads torpedo bays for stand-by::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: Looks like a probe... and look at the size of that rift!

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Smiles and turns to his other console, taps a few commands and waits for the read out.:: CEO: Will do Kodar.  ::Taps another series of commands into the console.:: They're looking good sir.  ::Sighs with hope.::

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: The probe is modified to send out a fake signature of the Del... it is also going to be a comm pathway for us

Capt_Spencer says:  $<Helm>::engages a course that will take them through the rift, to the other side::

Daemon_Zul says:  @CTO: Probe? From where?

FCO_Nichols says:  ::opens flight program and prepares warp 2::

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: Don't forget that we are in Grey mode so we can only use passive sensors.

CEO_Merna says:  *OPS*:  How are things looking up there sir? ::Continues with his monitoring and adjustments of the Grey modes systems.::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::CTO shrugs and ducks as Daemon swings at him::

Host Bren says:  ACTION : As The Delphyne moves into place a ship bursts through the rift into this time/space

SO_Roy says:  CSO: understood. I am sorry for all the questions I might ask today since it is my first day and I don't really know what the mission is about. But I'll do my best be assured of that.

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: A ship has just came through the rift

OPS_DeShay says:  *CEO* Everything is in the green. Be ready to give me everything you have plus the kitchen sink.

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Sir, we have a  ship coming through the rift.

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Slow to 1/4 impulse inside the nebula.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Sees a minor power fluctuation problem.  Makes an adjustment to a power transfer conduit.::

Capt_Spencer says:  $<TAC>Capt: Two ships in sensors. The Ferengis, and a... uh... another Excelsior closing in.

SO_Roy says:  ::takes a deep breath and gets ready to tap on the console in front of her::

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: I have no doubt that you will do fine ::smiles::

Daemon_Zul says:  @OPS: Contact that ship.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Understood.  Tie in the sensor readings from the two runabouts and the probe.  Put a tactical display here at my station.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.  ::brings to 1/4 impulse::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Laughs:: *OPS*: Aye sir... Kitchen sink included. ::Looks to Jo and smiles.::

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: Hail the Ferengi.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Thank you Lt. ::taps on her console to make the information from the probe appear::

CEO_Merna says:  EO: Ready with everything? ::Giggles.:: Including the kitchen sink?

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM: Unknown ship: Hail and fair thee well.  I come in friendship.

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Monitor all subspace traffic and Prepare to jam any frequencies you pick up.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Smiles as he taps away at the console.:: CEO: Aye sir.. Everything plus the kitchen sink ready.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: It's good to finally meet you. You were smart to decode the message with the coordinates.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::monitors the rift::

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Aye sir. ::Scanning all subspace frequencies::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Close on the Ferengi.  Come up below and behind.  Once in visual range, cut the engines and drift in.

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM: Spencer: Aye I am. ::grins::

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::and looks for what ever she can fine out about the other ship in passive mode::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Looks closer at the Grey modes systems and then orders the transporter crews to be prepared for a systems switch out.:: EO: Ready for systems switch out...

SO_Roy says:  CSO: I never really like passive mode...

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Prepare a tight beam transmission to the two runabouts with the probe.  They may have to break and run.  Send on my signal.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::adjusts course to come up at a 40% angle below the Marauder::

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: I must advise you that just moments ago a strange probe entered the area.

Host Bren says:  ACTION: There is no detection of the Delphyne by the Marauder or the other ship

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::does as she was told by the CO::

SO_Roy says:  ::checks up on the probe hoping things will go perfectly on her first there on the Del::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Nods and sends the backup transporter team into hot stand by.:: CEO: Ready sir.

Capt_Spencer says:  $::She sits more comfortably on her chair:: COM: Zul: Let me introduce myself. I'm August Spencer, captain of the USS Gryphon, of the United Federation of People.

OPS_DeShay says:  CO:Aye sir. ::Prepares the transmission to break and run::

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: They do not appear to detect us sir.

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: And I am Daemon Zul... Independent merchant of Ferenganar.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Twice in one week?  About time we had some good luck.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Counts down to himself.:: EO: Now! ::Taps the commands to switch out the Grey modes systems.::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::With his hand hovering over the command button, he sends the Engineering Teams into action.:: CEO: Done sir. ::Sighs with a sigh of relief.::

SO_Roy says:  CSO: So far so good, lt. Should I be looking for anything particular? Or just plainly try to keep my eyes opened while staring at the readings?

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: I'm sure there is some way we can do each some good.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: It is indeed a pleasure to meet you ::she grins:: We have a lot to discuss.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::laughs slightly:: SO: Just keep you eyes peeled for anything unusual.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Coming up on the Marauder sir.  Holding distance?

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Sir, I'm picking up ship to ship comm from the Ferengi to another ship.

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: Federation of yours... just how big is it?

CEO_Merna says:  ::Sighs with relief as that was a critical maneuver in assuring proper Grey mode operation.:: EO: Good work.  Try to get them to service the primary systems as quickly as possible. ::Moves aside to concentrate on the secondary console.::

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Alright. ::blinks a few times and tries to keep her eyes opened::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Yes.  Thrusters to station keeping.  Prepare the combat runabouts for launch.  Do NOT open the doors.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: Big enough, trust me.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Any sign of our missing crew?

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: We are interested in the interested in the tachyon particles frequency you used to open the rift... and we'd also be delighted to receive you on the other side to make some... well, arrangements to both of our benefits.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo>::Smiles.:: CEO: No problem sir. ::Taps a few commands into his console, letting the Engineers know that he'll pay for their next lay over at the Star Base.::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::has a strong urge to open a window and yell 'Boo!' at the two ships looming just off the forward bow::

FCO_Nichols says:  *Hunter/Babs* We are there ladies.  Be ready to launch on my orders.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::sets thrusters to station keeping::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Report all contacts.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::reads her sensors:: CO: Yes there appear to be 2 Miss Ramparts but no CNS.

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Aye sir.

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: I will gladly trade that knowledge... for a price. ::gives sly grin::

FCO_Nichols says:  <Dunlap> ::monitors distance to probe then starts a conversation with the security men behind him in the Brege::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Which ship?

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: They seem to be in negotiations to keep the rift open.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Wonders about Jo's tone of voice and raises his eyebrow as he continues with his work.::

SO_Roy says:  ::drums her fingers while waiting for something to happen, trying not to accidentally touch something::

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: Perhaps we should continue this discussion on your side of the rift...

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: they are in the brig on the Gryphon I can not make out which is which.

FCO_Nichols says:  ~~CTO: Behave yourself.  Although, it is tempting isn't it?~~

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Quickly watches the automated level 4 diagnostics on his monitor.  Makes note of the waste disposal systems on deck 19.:: CEO: Still problems with the waste disposal systems on deck 19 sir... ::Sighs and logs the reports into the main computer.::

Capt_Spencer says:  $::knows exactly how to deal with that:: COM: Zul: Of course, that is perfectly understandable ::smoothes her hair:: Please lead the way, we will follow you in.

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: The Powers that be over here can become quite bothersome.

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: The other ship may be heading over to this side of the rift.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::grins at the FCO::

Daemon_Zul says:  @FCO: Head for the rift.

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: I hope so.  I don't want to go over there.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: I foresee the start of a beautiful friendship. Gryphon out.

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: No.... The Ferengi is heading into the rift!

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Ship begins to move toward the rift:: COM: Spencer: Follow me.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::tries and uses the medical data that the CMO had recorded on the alternate Rampart to try and figure out which was which::

Capt_Spencer says:  $Helm: Follow the Ferengi into the rift.

Host CO_Lynam says:  Self: Damn, I knew it was too good to last.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Not much coming from the probe... everything is... normal. ::sighs::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::sets to follow them in case the CO gives the order::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Sighs and shakes his head.:: EO: Go ahead and setup a replacement of the controller and valves...  ::Looks to him with a smile.:: I'll take care of it when I can Jo... No need to worry.::

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: It is like that sometimes ::sighs::

Capt_Spencer says:  $::The Gryphon follows the Ferengi marauder::

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: The other ship identified itself as the Gryphon.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: target the Excelsior's warp engines and fire torpedoes.  Phasers set on the Ferengi frequency fire at the marauder's shield generators.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: I know... I just imagined more action when I would have duty shifts on the bridge.

Host CO_Lynam says:  ::Looks quickly at OPS, his eyes wide::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: We have company... looks like a Federation ship.

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: I can't tell a difference in the Rampart sir.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::brings up the Gryphon's tactical database:: CO: Aye sir...::punches in the shield frequency code from their Gryphon and fires torpedoes 1 and 2::

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: Quickly... get through and I'll close the rift.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Wonders what’s going on as he sees more power drains on the ships systems.:: CEO: Aye sir. ::Taps away at his console.::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: take us under the Excelsior, close enough to put them in our shield envelope.

Capt_Spencer says:  $<TAC>Capt: I am detecting another ship. It's firing at us, bringing shields up!

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Would they have the same command codes as our Gryphon sir?

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::sends the coordinates to the CTO in case they need a beam out::

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::closes in on the Excelsior::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Maybe, just move.

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Torpedoes away  ::fires phasers to undercut the Ferengi's shields aiming toward the engine::

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: We are trying, but they are firing at us. ::in anger::

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: Fire at the other ship.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Marauder stops short of the rift opening and fires on the intruder::

Host CO_Lynam says:  *ALL*: Disengage Grey mode, Red Alert.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::moves to Red Alert::

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Closing in sir.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::pushes big red button and fires again at the Excelsior::

FCO_Nichols says:  CTO: How close do you need me?

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::goes out of Grey mode and moves to red alert::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Phasers cut across the Marauder rocking it, shields down to 70%

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: ready on the transporters.

SO_Roy says:  ::smiles as she hears Red Alert, meaning more action::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Looks to Jo and quickly disengages Grey mode.:: EO: Take care of those systems.  I'll do the rest.

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: Daemon, it's the Delphyne again.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Brings all power systems to full. Transfers aux. power to the phasers.::

CSO_Tarrez says:  CSO: You can use the active sensors now.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scans::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo>::Nods and switches places with the CEO.:: CEO: I’m on it sir.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Rocks with impact of phaser hit::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Launch the fighters, their target is the marauder.

CTO_KBeth says:  FCO: Sitting in their bridge would be nice.  But within 2000 meters will do.

SO_Roy says:  SO: Need any help other then checking the probe now?

SO_Roy says:  <CSO>

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: Shields down to 70%

Capt_Spencer says:  $<TAC>Capt: Our shields are holding... rotating shields' frequency. Targeting their weapon's array...

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Opens shuttle bay doors::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Watches the automated diagnostics of all the ships power systems.:: EO: Good... ::Taps away at his console and sighs.::

OPS_DeShay says:  CTO: I'm giving you more power to  the phasers.

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: Help me scan the other ships. Look for any weakness

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Open a channel to the 34th Rule.

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Sir, I have the command codes for our  Gryphon's shields.  I'm implementing them now just in case they will work.  :;enters the codes and hopes::

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: Hold it.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Aye Lt! ::she says happily::

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Aye sir. ::Opens a channel to the 34th rule::

FCO_Nichols says:  CTO: Approaching 2000 meters.

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Channel open sir.

SO_Roy says:  ::scans::

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Delphyne: This is Captain Spencer of the USS Gryphon. May I know why are you firing against us?

Daemon_Zul says:  @CTO: Fire all weapons!!

Host CO_Lynam says:  COMM:ZUL: Daimon, you are under arrest.  Lower your shields, stand down your weapons.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::thinks the ensigns is a bit to excited about have to go into a battle but says nothing::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::targets their engines and waits to see if their shields drop::

Host CO_Lynam says:  ::Hears Spencer's voice and pauses::

Capt_Spencer says:  $Helm: Find a way to protect that marauder. We need the Ferengi.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::All weapons fire on the Del::

OPS_DeShay says:  *CEO* Put everything into the red. Its going to get ugly.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Taps a few commands into his console.:: *OPS*: Giving you more power in 5 seconds DeShay. ::Brings the warp core to full power generation mode.:: There!  That’s all we've got DeShay!

FCO_Nichols says:  ~~CTO: That sounds just like.....~~

CTO_KBeth says:  FCO: I have a lock on their engines. As soon as we hit 2000 meters sing out.

Host CO_Lynam says:  ::Shakes his head and gets back to work::

CTO_KBeth says:  ~~FCO: but it's not....remember that.~~

Daemon_Zul says:  @FCO: Try backing through the rift... OPS: Tell Spencer our plan.

OPS_DeShay says:  *CEO* Thanks. push them to the limit.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Nods and turns to an Engineer, tells him to closely monitor the warp core.:: CEO: Bringing on the last team.

Capt_Spencer says:  $<Helm>Capt: It's not exactly safe with the two ships firing at each other... ::sees the look on the Captain's face and capitulates:: We'll position ourselves over the Ferengi vessel and we can then extend our shields, sir.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::watches as distances closes...2500.....2400.....2300...::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: Shield down to 78%.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: I want the Excelsior's shields down.  Concentrate fire on one area, try to overload the shield generator.

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: Why don't you monitor the Ferengi ship and I will take the G.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Eases the warp cores power generation mode to its maximum safe limits.:: *OPS*: Almost there... ::Sighs slightly.:: There you go!

Capt_Spencer says:  $Helm: All right... keep that in mind for a couple of minutes.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Aye, Lt!

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Sir recommend that we grab the Ferengi ship with a tractor beam.

Daemon_Zul says:  @CTO: Target their shield generators.

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: Make sure our comm goes with a visual.

SO_Roy says:  ::taps on her console to make appear the information about the Ferengi ship::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scans the Gryphon::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Nods to EO Jo and smiles.:: EO: Good work Jo!  ::Giggles slightly.:: I'm going to have to promote you... ::Taps away at the console as he monitors all the power systems.::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::watches sensors as the Tigris and Platte circle the Del heading for the Marauder::

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Not now, we can't spare the power.  We know who he is, we'll pick him up later if need be.

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: Back into the rift and then call for help.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::loads the torpedo bays for a direct volley::  ~~FCO: As soon as we hit 2000 meters roll away because I'm going to hit her full force.  We don't want to be caught in a backlash.~~

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Notices all power systems at full:: *CEO* Thanks. Your the best.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Delphyne: This is Captain Spencer of the USS Gryphon. Please respond.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Marauder continues firing::

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Open a channel.  ::Sounds resigned::

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Sir we are being hailed by the Gryphon.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: Acknowledged.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Grins a bit.:: *OPS*: One of the best...

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: Engines hit... warp is questionable.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: ready a tractor beam for the Gryphon.  They must not get back inside that rift with our people.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Transfers Eng. power to the tractor beams::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Finishes up with the Grey Mode PMSC and walks back to the Master Situation Monitor and taps some commands into it.  Then quickly makes his way back to the MSD.::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Continue firing, get those shields down.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Runabouts requesting to open a full volley on the Marauder sir?

Daemon_Zul says:  @<CTO>Daemon: Rift is only 1500 meters.

OPS_DeShay says:  <Emergency>

Capt_Spencer says:  $::stands up, and looks at the screen almost in disbelief, then she smiles::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::readies the tractor:: CO: Aye sir, but I have to tell you that she will be a match for our beam if we can't disable her somewhat.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::fires again at the Ferengi’s shield generator::

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Delphyne: Captain Lynam.. You are Fox yes? :;moves closer to the screen trying to put on the charm and hope she hits a soft spot::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Target their engines and deflector array, without either, they won't be going anywhere.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::sends orders to the runabouts::

OPS_DeShay says:  CTO: Try targeting her tractor emitters.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scan's the Gryphon and also monitors the rift::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Marauder moves to inside the Gryphon's shield range::

CEO_Merna says:  ::Looks up to the Master Situation Monitor for a moment.  Then quickly sends an Engineering team to the tactical systems.::

OPS_DeShay says:  CTO: I'm giving you as much power as I can to the tractor beams.

CTO_KBeth says:  OPS: Thanks...we may need it.

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter> ::targets the engines and watches a direct hit:: self: Yeah!!! Take that!

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: We're just underneath you now... only 1000 meters to the rift.

FCO_Nichols says:  ~~CTO: There~~

Host CO_Lynam says:  COMM:Gryphon: Yes I am.  We want both Fionas.  Give them up, and you can go.  Oh, and don't try to seduce me, you're just ticking me off. ::Grins regretfully::

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: 2000 meters sir.  ::prepares to turn as the CTO fires::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: Engines hit again... no warp.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Not much on the Ferengi... we fire, they fire.... they are coming closer to the Gryphon.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: Good. We'll extend our shields around you ::nods at TAC so he does as requested::

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: Ahh...The frustrations of science officers.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: CO: ::moves the hair out of her eyes and slightly licks her lips:: Come on, it has been a long time.

FCO_Nichols says:  ~~CTO: I'll keep the distance until you're ready for it.  Just let me know when to move~~

Daemon_Zul says:  @::CTO targets the Del’s phaser emitters::

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter/Babs> ::fires a full volley at the Marauder's engines::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::fires phasers and both torpedo bays at the Gryphon:: ~~FCO: Now!~~

SO_Roy says:  CSO: .... that CO of the Gryphon seems to be flirting with our CO... ::taps on her console::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::turns away from the Gryphon as the CTO fires::

Capt_Spencer says:  $<TAC>Capt: They are firing against us!

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: Rift is 750 meters.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Takes a tricorder reading of the warp core since the CEO is busy.  Heads back to the MSD.:: CEO: Warp core looking good.  Everything is 5 by 5 sir. ::Logs the data into the main computer for future systems analysis.::

Host CO_Lynam says:  COMM:Gryphon: You're not my August, and trying to use her against me is exactly the wrong thing to do.  Now hand over both Ramparts.  Final chance...dear.

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter/Babs> ::turns and targets the engines again::

CEO_Merna says:  EO: Good!  Looks like the last adjustment to the containment sequencer is doing great!

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: Fire torpedoes at the Gryphon.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::continues to tap:: SO: Well on this side they are engaged... so I imagine that on the other side they at least know about each other.

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Gryphon takes torpedoes hard.. shields down to 25% Smoke is filling up the ship, life support is down to main decks only. Brig is on shambles

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Sir, How about trying to close the rift?

Host CO_Lynam says:  ::Grabs the armrest as incoming fire looms::

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: CO: It's a pity you want to do things the hard way.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Ah... that surely explains it.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Turns to his CTO:: CTO: Explain why those hits aren't doing any damage?

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Braces::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Ferengi teeters as it is hit. Shields drop to nothing

Daemon_Zul says:  @::CTO targets a runabout and blows it apart.::

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: We researched that before, however, I'm willing to try it.  ::Turns to the CSO::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Walks over to the Impulse Propulsion systems display and monitors them for a few moments.::

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Sir....direct hit on the Gryphon.  Their shields are down to 25%.  Firing at their shield generator.  ::fires both phaser banks::

Capt_Spencer says:  $::wrinkles her nose at the smoke, and returns to her seat, receiving a full status report::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: Shields are gone!!

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Try using the deflector to close the rift.

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: Shields on the Gryphon are  down to 25% Smoke is filling up the ship, life support is down to main decks only.

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: Aye sir :: tries the deflector shield::

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Lt? The Ferengi ship seems to be having problems.... shields dropped...

Daemon_Zul says:  @FCO: Max impulse into the rift.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO/FCO: Cease fire on the Marauder.  Concentrate on the Excelsior.

OPS_DeShay says:  CSO: Try a reverse tachyon beam.

Capt_Spencer says:  $::issues a number of orders to try to regain some control. Orders their weapons to be fired against the Gryphon, and helm to head towards the rift::

CSO_Tarrez says:  OPS: That is what I am doing ::smiles::

FCO_Nichols says:  Com:Hunter/Babs: Turn to the Excelsior girls.  Let's take her out.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Sees intermittent power levels drops and does his best to keep the power levels at maximum.:: EO: Impulse systems? ::Taps away at his console.::

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Contact the science runabouts, have them warp in here quickly and prepare their away teams.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Fires torpedoes at Del’s engines::

Capt_Spencer says:  $<Helm>Capt: We can only go so fast, sir.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::fires again at the Gryphon as she starts to turn toward the rift:: Self: Oh no...you are not getting away that easily.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Taps at the console after watching the read outs.:: CEO: Looking good so for sir. ::Quickly makes his way back to the MSD.::

Capt_Spencer says:  $Helm: Then make it as fast as possible.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Engage tractor beam.  Notify me when the Gryphon's shields are down..

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scans to see if the reverse tacs are closing the rift::

Daemon_Zul says:  @<OPS>Daemon: The Gryphon is about to the rift.

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: Anything, everything, whatever we have I want it fired against the Delphyne.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Blushes at the CSO comment:: CO: aye sir. ::Contacts the 2 science runabouts and tells them to get over to us fast::

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter/Babs> ::opens fire on the engines, targeting the nacelles as they fly past::

CEO_Merna says:  EO: Possible engagement Jo! ::Looks to him a bit grimly, then goes back to his work.::

Capt_Spencer says:  $TAC: And get our shields back up! ::smacks her hand against her leather  pants and swears she will get her revenge::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::launches a torpedo spread against the Gryphon aiming for their engines::

SO_Roy says:  ::keeps monitoring::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Gryphon lips towards the rift, shifting on it's axis, fires can be seen through the port windows

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Sees the CEO's expression and takes a deep breath.:: CEO: Lets hope for the best! ::Taps away at his console, ordering the Damage Control Teams to be ready.::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::sets the tractor beam and tries to lock on to the Gryphon::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Detail one runabout to fire on the Marauder, tell them to contact Zul and order his surrender.  Your pilot has authorization to fire until the Ferengi surrenders.  The other Runabout is to engage a tractor beam on the Gryphon and add it's fire to ours.

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: We are unable to close the rift sir

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

Capt_Spencer says:  $::crew all over the shift are trying to extinguish the fires and get main systems under control::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Sends the data to the Gryphon on how to open the rift::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Understood.  Pinpoint rampart's life signs and feed them to OPS.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Transfers the aux. power from the phasers to the tractor beams.::

FCO_Nichols says:  COM:Babs: Focus on the Ferengi.  Order their surrender.  If they refuse, fire until they surrender.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::feeds them to OPS:: CO: Aye sir

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Maintains his position just inside the opening::

FCO_Nichols says:  COM: Hunter: Focus your tractor beam with ours on the Gryphon.

FCO_Nichols says:  <Babs> COM:Del: Aye sir.

Capt_Spencer says:  $::receives the data from Zul and smiles. Not everything is lost yet::

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: go home... I'll take it from here.

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter> COM:Del: Aye, adding beam now.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Receives the coordinates:: CO: I have the signs sir.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::mumbles:: Self: I should have know that it would not have worked... not ever works as planned.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Sees a slight problem with the phase inducers and quickly switches to the backup.:: EO: Jo! Problem with the primary phase inducers...

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Enfold the Gryphon in our shields.

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Crew is scrambling all over putting out fires and working on shields::

Host CO_Lynam says:  OPS: Transport when it is safe to do so, bring both Fiona's here.  Place them under guard.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Sighs and quickly gathers a team.:: CEO: On it sir! ::Runs off to check on the primary phase inducers.::

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: Zul: I hope we see each other again, Daemon. Good luck. Gryphon out.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Something wrong?

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Locks on to the life signs and beams them to our Brig::

Daemon_Zul says:  @FCO: FCO... ::sees he is dead:: OPS: keep us between the Del and the rift opening... don't let them in.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::monitors the life signs of the Ramparts:: SO: ::sighs:: Just the usual... you make plans and they end up bust.

Capt_Spencer says:  $Helm: Well? Are we *ever* going to cross that rift? ::an edge to her voice, she has lost all patience::

FCO_Nichols says:  <Babs> COM:Zul: You are ordered to surrender Daimon.

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: They are still able to fire.  If we enfold them within our shields they will have a direct hit on us.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: oh... and do plans ever work out?

Daemon_Zul says:  @COM:Spencer: I expect some payment for this. ::Laughs out loud::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Gryphon starts to enter the Rift.. Delphyne is close behind.. to close.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Sighs as he continues with making adjustments and sending various Damage Control Teams into action.::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::Frowns and turns to CTO:: CTO: Now.

OPS_DeShay says:  CTO: I'm beaming them to the brig.

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Shear off, full impulse.

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: They have 1 minute until they are gone sir.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scans:: CO: Don't get to close to the rift we may be pulled in

Capt_Spencer says:  $<Helm>Capt: We are in range, sir. ::hoping she hasn't made the Captain get too mad::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Both Ramparts are beamed into Brig

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: reverse the polarity on the tractor beam, use the Gryphon to push us away.

FCO_Nichols says:  ::backs off at full impulse::

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Quickly access the primary access panel for the phase inducers and starts checking on them with his team.:: Engineers: We have little time to get them back online! ::Frantically works at the console.::

Daemon_Zul says:  @::CTO blows the Marauder in the rift as the Gryphon goes through::

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: Scans show that we have both Ramparts

Capt_Spencer says:  $<TAC>Capt: I detect a transporter beam, sir... both Ramparts have been beamed out of the ship.

FCO_Nichols says:  Com:Hunter: Back off Julie.  We need to keep you on this side.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::drops shields enough to allow a beam through and tries to lock on to the Gryphon with the tractor beam again...reversing the polarity::

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Puts up a level 10 force field around the Brig.::

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter> ::backs off with the Del::

Capt_Spencer says:  $<Helm>Capt: 30 seconds to the other side of the rift, sir...

CTO_KBeth says:  CO: Sir...one more volley and I can totally disable the Gryphon.

OPS_DeShay says:  CO: Got them sir!

Host CO_Lynam says:  COMM:Gryphon: August?  I'm afraid it just won't work out.  I'm afraid I'm going to have to break up with you.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Looks over to an Engineer that’s at the warp core.:: Engineer: Take a reading of the primary power conduit.  I'm getting intermittent phase fluctuations!

Capt_Spencer says:  $::leans back against her chair, looking at a nondescript point in the smoke::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scans the area near the rift::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Negative.  We'll never drag them out of the rift anyway.  let them go.

Capt_Spencer says:  $COM: CO: We'll see each other again my dear. So long... ::smiles and looks again at the information Zul sent her::

Host CO_Lynam says:  CTO: Grab that ::Orion cursing:: Ferengi though.

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Gryphon is through the rift. the Marauder’s actions starts to close it. The Delphyne is to close.. the ship starts to shake violently

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::looks at the CO somewhat amused::

CTO_KBeth says:  ::targets the Gryphon with both torpedoes and phasers  then sighs at the CO’s orders and disengages from the Gryphon and turns the tractor beam to the Ferengi::

Capt_Spencer says:  $<Helm> Capt: We are clear, sir.

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Looks over to his Engineers and nods.:: Engineers: We don't have much more time guys!!

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::grabs her console as the ship shakes::

FCO_Nichols says:  <Babs> Com:Del: Marauder is destroyed.  I'm backing away from the rift.

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Hard about Lieutenant, warp one.  Runabouts too.

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Brings the shields to full and transfers aux. power to them::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::scans the ship::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::grabs her chair with one hand and turns the ship with the other::

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: That doesn't sound good.... we are going to go in there.... ::grabs her console::

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Braces::

FCO_Nichols says:  COM:Hunter/Babs: Hard about and warp.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::pours the power from the tactical systems to the helm control:: FCO: I've given you all the power I have....

CSO_Tarrez says:  SO: Not with our FCO in the chair

Capt_Spencer says:  $<TAC>Capt: The Ferengi... he blew his ship inside the rift.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Gets a report from the Engineer and orders her to quickly access the control panel to correct the problem.:: Engineer: Quickly!  ::Sighs and lowers his voice.::  As fast as you can Crewman... ::Frantically makes adjustments to the ships systems.::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::turns the ship and engages at warp::

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Lieutenant, if we go into that rift, I am going to fire you.  ::Looks, mostly kidding::

Host Bren says:  ACTION: Rift closes. The Delphyne is spared as the FCO hightails it out of there

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: If we go in there, I'll fire myself sir.

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::looks at the FCO: Great Job.

CEO_Merna says:  ::Sighs with some relief as he sees the warp propulsion systems engage.:: Engineers:  Great job!

OPS_DeShay says:  FCO: Now that’s what I call flying.

FCO_Nichols says:  <Hunter/Babs> ::follows at warp::

Capt_Spencer says:  $::raises her eyebrows, then laughs:: TAC: Well, who is to say the Ferengi are unable of doing heroic actions... or not generous.

SO_Roy says:  CSO: Wow... that was close... good FCO we have.

Host CO_Lynam says:  ::Slumps in his chair and sighs.  The calm after the storm::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::sighs a relief and turns to the SO:: SO: Welcome aboard the Del ::grinning from ear to ear::

FCO_Nichols says:  ::takes a deep breath then sighs::

CTO_KBeth says:  ~~FCO: I never had a worry...cuz...~~ ::grins:: FCO: Good job, Sarah.

FCO_Nichols says:  ~~CTO: And Mervin wasn't up here to see it~~

SO_Roy says:  ::grins:: CSO: I must say that now I got a piece of action!

CEO_Merna says:  <EO Jo> ::Closes the access panels.:: *CEO*: Done sir!  ::Sighs greatly.:: And just in the nick of time. ::Quickly heads back to Main Engineering.::

CSO_Tarrez says:  CO: The rift is closed sir.

Host CO_Lynam says:  FCO: Rendezvous with our runabouts and recover them and the probe.  Then, take us home.  Warp 6.

Host CO_Lynam says:  CSO: Place science buoys outside the nebula to monitor for other rifts.

CTO_KBeth says:  ::starts to laugh:: ~~And I'll bet he won't believe us either...~~

FCO_Nichols says:  CO: Aye sir.

CEO_Merna says:  *EO*: Aye!  Just in the nick of time Jo... ::Watches the power generation systems with a smile, but keeps them active.::

CTO_KBeth says:  <~~FCO:>

Daemon_Zul says:  @::The soft beep of an escape pod distress signal is sent out on the Gryphon side of the rift::

FCO_Nichols says:  COM: All Runabouts: Rendezvous at these coordinates.  Joseph, bring the probe in a tractor.

Host CO_Lynam says:  *ALL*: Stand down from red alert, CTO you have the bridge.  I need a drink.  ::Walks to his ready room, his lucky sword on his shoulder::

CSO_Tarrez says:  ::hears the CO's words and thinks about her parents::  CO: Aye sir. ::prepares and launches the buoys::

OPS_DeShay says:  ::Stands down from red alert::

OPS_DeShay says:  *CEO* We did it. The drinks are on me.

CEO_Merna says:  *OPS*: Does that include the entire Engineering Department?

Host Bren says:  [[[[[[[[[[[[[END MISSISON 10106.18]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]

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