Host Brett says:
Summary: The Delphyne, and most likely her unseen escort, continue deeper into Romulan space.  The trip is unnerving for several reasons, chief among them: There are no other ships to be seen.  It seems that, as far as the sensors can see, you are alone.

Host Brett says:
<<<<Resume Mission -"Here be Dragons - Part 2">>>>

Host Modex says:
::Resting in his quarters.::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::on the bridge watching the crew go about their tasks::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::in her office working on more paperwork::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::in his billet, staring at the ceiling...feeling bored::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::in a turbolift, heading for sickbay::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: in his office in engineering monitoring ships systems and holodeck status ::

CMO_Hunter says:
:; in his office feet up on the desk, leaning back in his chair listening to Adagio for strings and other classic tunes::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Sits up on the edge of his bed, and rubs his hair::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::blowing off steam in the holodeck::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
*XO*: Ma'am? Cdt. Kirkbride here. Sorry to bother you Ma'am...but is there anything  I can do. Can I help out anywhere? I'm bored.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::heads out of the turbolift and into sickbay looking for Dr Hunter::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::stares at the door, and hopes he's not in trouble for bothering the Cmdr.::

CMO_Hunter says:
::the sound level can be heard...almost clearly outside his office::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::chuckles::  *CIV*: Sure I have a wonderful learning experience for you.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::blinks and thinks 'Wonderful?':: *XO*: Yes Ma'am?

CNS_Jakiel says:
::hears the music and moves over to the CMO's office.  Rings the chimes...several times::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CIV*: Come to my office.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
*XO*: Yes Ma'am.  On my way Ma'am. ::pauses:: Ma'am...what deck would that be Ma'am?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::stands up and heads for the TL::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles brightly::  *CIV*: Deck 2

CIV_Kirkbride says:
*XO*: I'll be there in two shakes Ma'am.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks at the sensor readout on her chair console and notes the lack of any ships out there:: Self: Six more days of this. :: mentally goes over plans as to what they should and could do to have a plausible reason for stopping in the middle of nowhere::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::ponders what he means by "two shakes"::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::enters the TL, and tells it to take him to deck 2. An Ens. gets on at an intervening deck, and Andy unconsciously goes to parade rest for the remainder of the trip::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::leans on the CMO's bell, wondering if he can hear it at all::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::arrives outside the XO's office, and hits the chime with only a slight hesitation.::

Nurse Uberheffer says:
CNS:: Just go in, he never hears it.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CIV*: Enter

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::enters and assumes the position of attention staring at the air over the XO's head::

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Captain I have a solution to that problem you spoke of earlier, I require you approval on the matter at your convenience.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: ::barks out:: Ma'am! Cadet Kirkbride reporting Ma'am!

CNS_Jakiel says:
Uberheffer:  Thanks, I wouldn't doubt it.  ::has the doors open anyway and walks on in.  Mouths something to the CMO::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::finishes the sparring holo-program and heads towards his quarters to shower::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: Oh very good... ::waves him down::  all relax.  There is too much to be down to worry about all the formalities.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Report to the bridge, Lt. and we'll go over it.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: ::nods:: Ma'am, yes Ma'am. ::shifts smartly to the position of 'at ease'::

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Aye captain I am on my way :: exits engineering and heads for the bridge::

CMO_Hunter says:
::waves hand about in an effort to look like he's conducting::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: I am going to teach you the fine art of filing.  It has taken me nearly 3 years to finally get this ships paperwork re-organized.  You should have seen what the last two XO's had left me to deal with.  I am going to make darn sure that any cadet of mine can file paperwork properly!

CNS_Jakiel says:
::walks over to his desk and places both her hands on it until he finally sees her::

CMO_Hunter says:
::opens his eyes and damn near falls over in his chair::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Yes Ma'am. ::tries to sound genuinely interested. As though this really is a fine utilization of his time and talents::

Duty SO says:
CO: Ma'am?  I'm picking up some strange readings here.  There's an asteroid field .1 light years away, bearing 045 Mark 10.  I'm picking up some sort of chronometric disturbance at its edge.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::makes a slashing motion with her hand across her neck and then covers her ears, while she takes a seat::

CMO_Hunter says:
Computer: Music, volume Off!

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::leans forward:: Duty_SO: Can you identify the particles?

CMO_Hunter says:
CNS:: ::composes self completely and smiles:: what can I do for you ensign?

CEO_K`Vas says:
::enters the TL :: Computer : Bridge.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::enters his quarters, tosses a morsel to Rikki and gets in the shower::

CNS_Jakiel says:
CMO:  Thank you.  I see you're hard at work.  ::smiles at him::

Duty SO says:
CO: Attempting to identify....wait a second...what the?  A ship ma'am!  A ship just appeared at those coordinates!

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_SO: What sort of ship?

Duty TO says:
CO: Captain, I'm picking up weapons fire at those coordinates.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*XO*: Report to the bridge, Commander

Duty SO says:
CO: Computer cannot identify ma'am...but it's big.  About a kilometer long....

CMO_Hunter says:
CNS:: ::grins:: Yes, it's a good day here in sickbay

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: Alright let's get started... ::picks up a PADD and hands it to him::  Under what letter would you file this.... ::hears the CO and sighs::  so much for this lesson.  Let's get to the bridge.

CNS_Jakiel says:
CMO:  That's very true.  While we have a lull, I thought we could discuss what the captain asked.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes the PADD back and tosses it onto her desk and rushes to the bridge:: *CO*: On my way, ma'am.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_TO: Do you detect any Romulan ships in the area?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: exits the TL onto the bridge and approaches the captain:: CO: Lt. K`Vas reporting as ordered captain.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Glances at the Padd and sees the word "Plasma couplers". Thinks for a second wondering what the XO wants him to say, then hears the change in orders:: Yes Ma'am.

CMO_Hunter says:
CNS:: absolutely ::inwardly frowns at the loss of his "naptime"::

OPS Hansen says:
CO: Captain, I'm receiving a distress call from that area, sounds like a Romulan listening post.  They're calling for help...I think they're trying to contact our escort...if it's still there.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Follows the Cmdr the bridge...more than a little relieved::

Duty TO says:
CO: No ma'am.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CEO: Just a moment, Lt.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
OPS_Hansen: Open a channel to our escort.

Duty TO says:
CO: Wait a second, I'm picking up something on an asteroid there.  Duranium and tritanaium, energy readings...confirm a Type 4 listening post.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::rides the lift to the bridge and then steps out surveying the actions around the bridge::  CIV: Stand out of the way and observe for now.

OPS Hansen says:
CO: Channel open.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Yes Ma'am.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::walks up the CO and whispers:: CO: Ma'am shall I call Modex up here?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: walks over to engineering console and brings displays on line while waiting::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::thinks he can catch his winks at another time::  CMO:  Okay...what to do when we reach the planet.  ::pauses for a second::  I really thought I'd have this conversation about the CSO, not me.  Either way, I have the same concerns...as I believe others have.

Duty TO says:
CO: That LP is getting pasted ma'am.  I've got at least three separate weapons signatures...ionic, particle types...and Photon torpedoes?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::nods to Sy 'yes':: COM: Romulan Escort: This is Captain K`Beth.  We received a distress call from one of your listening outpost.  Advise that we alter course and respond to their aid.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::looks around the bridge thinking "I'm here! I'm really here, on an honest-to-goodness working main bridge of a starship!" ::

Romulan Escort says:
COM:Del:CO: (Audio) Negative.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*Modex*: Report to the Bridge please Commander.  We have a situation here.

CMO_Hunter says:
CNS:: ::nods::  ok

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: Where are you little one?~~~

Modex says:
*XO*: Certainly commander, I am on my way.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*TO*: Report to the bridge.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
COM:Romulan Escort: Your people are being attacked.  I'm offering our help in defending them.  If not that then we'll come to an all stop while you defend your outpost.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::finishes his shower, dries off and gets dressed.  He kicks it into second gear when he hears the XO::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stands in from of the MSD at the back of the bridge hoping that's out of the way enough. Tries to make himself small against the MSD::

Modex says:
::Puts down the PADD he was reading and exits his quarters, nodding to the two security guards who fall into step behind him.  Heads for the TL::

TO_Re`Volos says:
*XO*: Aye ma'am.

CNS_Jakiel says:
CMO:  I have no idea how I'll act...well, what my body may do when and if Verifermax reacts to the planet.  Because of that, you should stay nearby...just in case.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::heads to the TL and requests the bridge::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CMO*: Stand by for possible causalities.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::her eyes lose a little focus as she hears her beloved::  ~~~CEO:  I'm with the CMO...in the sickbay.  Why?~~~

Romulan Escort says:
COM: Del: CO: Our orders are to not let you out of our sight.  I am sure our post can defend itself.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::enters the bridge::

Modex says:
::Arrives on the bridge, walks over to the XO::  XO: Yes commander, what can I do for you?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::watches everyone working, and feels a bit out of place being the only one without a pip on his collar...not to mention wearing a Cadet uniform instead of a duty uniform::

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: Good try and stay there my love if your duties allow.~~~

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::sees Modex enter the bridge, and nearly flinches::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::hears the warning coming to the CMO and realizes she feels tensions rising.  Sits up a little:: ~~~CEO:  Why?   K'Vas...do you know what's going on?~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::starts to get irritated at the escort:: COM: Escort: It's your outpost...but I don't think they would call for help if they didn't need it.

Duty TO says:
CO: LP's shields are down.  They're returning fire....weapons are effective...but it's not enough.  They don't have long ma'am.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
Modex: One of your listening posts is being attacked.  We have asked our escorts to allow us to help or at the very least stop and wait while they go to help.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: We have received a distress call and things may happen quickly, I want you to be safe~~~

Modex says:
::Listens with increasing interest, concern growing as he senses the tension.  Reports of battle from tactical, and the CO's words bring grave concern to his face.::

TO_Re`Volos says:
XO: Lt. Re'Volos reporting, ma'am.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::sees Modex:: Modex: Commander, talk to the escort.  Your people are being killed out there. And they refuse to budge.

Modex says:
XO: Show me.  ::Indicates the view screen::

CMO_Hunter says:
*XO*: Run that by me again?

CEO_K`Vas says:
::double checks all systems to make sure the ship is as action ready as can be::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::turns his attention back to the bridge trying to figure out everyone's position by the location and the color of their uniform. Makes kind of a game out of it::

OPS Hansen says:
CO: Ma'am, if it helps, I'd say the communications from the listening post now qualify as a General Distress Call.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CMO*: A Romulan listening post is being attacked... make sickbay ready for possible causalities. ::nods to Modex and pulls it up::

CNS_Jakiel says:
~~~CEO: But we're in Romulan space...won't the shadowing Warbird take care of it?~~~  ::belatedly thinks he is probably very busy:: ~~~CEO:  Sorry, love...I shouldn't bother you right now.~~~

Duty TO says:
::Takes a chance and does as Modex asked, putting the situation on the tactical display of the main viewer.::

CMO_Hunter says:
*XO*:: Aye ma'am

CMO_Hunter says:
CNS: It appears our conversation will have to wait.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: That is alright my love, stay safe as I said.  I have to see to my duties~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks around and sees the cadet standing up against the bulkhead:: CIV: You...cadet...can you fly this ship?

Host Brett says:
INFO: The situation shows a large vessel approximately 25000 meters from an asteroid.  It and the LP built into it trade weapons fire like old style sailing ships.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::worries about what the CNS's reaction will be when she hears the news that there is trouble and if Verifermax::  *CNS*: Report.

CNS_Jakiel says:
CMO:  Yes, it sounds like our lull just got filled.  Do you need my help here?

CEO_K`Vas says:
CO: Captain with your permission I would like to return to engineering.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Modex: Your outpost isn't going to last for much longer.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::moves to the Tac station::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: ::Whips around and almost freezes at being addressed by a real-live starship Captain. :: Ma'am? Yes Ma'am. 13th in my class in flight ops.

Modex says:
CO: Let me address our escort.

CNS_Jakiel says:
*XO*:  Yes, ma'am?  I hear there may be problems... do you require me on the bridge?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CEO: Of course, Lt.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Swallows, wondering if there's really a chance he'll get to fly?::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
OPS Hansen: Open a channel for Commander Modex.

CMO_Hunter says:
::exits his office:: Sickbay staff:: Ladies and gentlemen, prepare for incoming wounded. This is not a drill you know your places...lets move

OPS Hansen says:
::Reopens the channel::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: salutes.  Secures the station and heads for the TL::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CIV: Then take over the helm, Cadet.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: ::gulps:: Yes Ma'am!

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CNS*: ::thinks 'then she has heard'::  No that won't be necessary, but do you remember our conversations in which I thought it would be a good idea to have a tac officer follow Syrna when she was on broad?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: enters the TL :: Computer: Main engineering

CNS_Jakiel says:
::leaves the CMO's office and awaits orders, while watching the medical staff prepare::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CIV: And assist Lt Hansen at OPS when she gets too busy.

Modex says:
COM: Escort: Commander, this is Commander Modex.  As senior officer on scene, I am invoking General order 13-B-Alpha, this ship is now under my command.  I am taking it to aid our soldiers.  You are ordered to follow and render assistance.  Acknowledge.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::hoping he's come to the right conclusion, he makes his way to the center forward console and is relieved to find Flight OPS. Configures the console to the standard mode, and reviews the ships course and speed::

CMO_Hunter says:
::looks on with satisfaction as his staff once more prepares for battle::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: Yes Ma'am. Assist Lt. Hansen.

CNS_Jakiel says:
*XO*:  Yes...and I agree completely.  You never know how an officer may react.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Can't believe it! Looks up at the main viewer::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::raises an eyebrow at his words that the Del was 'under his command' but remains quiet::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods::  *CNS*: Thank you for understanding I will have the TO send you an escort.

Romulan Escort says:
COM: Modex: What?  You are aware that that order does not apply!

CMO_Hunter says:
::looks around as each nurse and medic stand to attention after completing his or her assigned duty::

CNS_Jakiel says:
*XO*:  Should I stay in sickbay or go to my office?

CMO_Hunter says:
*XO*: Sickbay stands ready

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves back to the TO::  TO: ::whispers:: I need you to send an escort to sickbay to watch the CNS.

Modex says:
COM: Escort: Commander, you forget your place!  You may address me as Commander, sir or Praetorian!  Now follow my orders or I will have you "relieved" and allow your second to prove his mettle.  Acknowledge!

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CNS*: No sickbay is fine.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: exits TL.  Walks into engineering and over to the pool table activating it:: All EOs : Take your stations .  *XO*: Commander Engineering is fully operational and awaiting orders.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::notices some strange footprints on the console and wonders where they came from?::

CMO_Hunter says:
Sickbaystaff:: At ease folks, they'll let us know when they are inbound

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks over at tactical:: TO: How much longer can that outpost hold out?

Romulan Escort says:
 COM: Modex: Of course Praetorian, I apologize.  We will follow.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::nods to the XO::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CMO/CEO*: Understood.

CNS_Jakiel says:
*XO*:  Acknowledged.  ::turns to Hunter::  CMO:  It seems I am to stay here.  If I may be of assistance?

Modex says:
::Steps up to the flight pit and places a hand firmly on the cadet's shoulder.  CIV: (Urgently) Go boy, before it is too late!

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: Ma'am shall we go to red alert?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
OPS_Hansen: Close the channel Lt.

TO_Re`Volos says:
CO: Not long ma'am, maybe 10 minutes, depending on how far the hostile ship wants to take this.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
XO: Take us to red alert.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Modex: Go sir? A Starfleet officer will not leave his post until properly relieved.

Tactical Escort says:
::enter into sickbay and nods to the CNS::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::thinks of something else::  CMO:  Sir, just so you know, if any ::stresses that last word::  crewmember behaves in a threatening manner, it may be a good idea to sedate them.

Modex says:
 CIV: Indicates the listening post on the screen::  There!  Go there!

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::A little unnerved by something about Modex, he concentrates on the viewer making sure there's not asteroids of anything in their way::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*All*: All hands, red alert!

CNS_Jakiel says:
::catches the uniform color of the officer who just walked in and senses what he is there for.  Nods to him::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CIV: Cadet...plot an intercept course to the outpost and engage maximum speed.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: Aye Ma'am. ::calculates and intercept vector and plots it in, then engages.::

Modex says:
 ::Steps back to the CO's chair::  CO: I apologize Captain.  Of course this is still your command.  I had to find a way to get our escort to listen to reason.

CMO_Hunter says:
CNS: I'm well aware of that fact ensign, and of course you may stay.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Feels slightly more comfortable as Modex steps back::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: ETA?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: ::glances at the chrono on his console and calculates for a second:: About 8 minutes Ma'am.

Modex says:
::Studying the CIV::  CO: He is so young....wait, that is a cadet's uniform is it not?  ::Chuckles::  Can it be that Starfleet is really as desperate as our propagandists would have us believe?

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::looks at the CO and Modex::  Modex/CO: That isn't much time.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::stiffens slightly as he overhears Modex...but the instructors at SF Academy can be worse...so he shakes it off::

CMO_Hunter says:
*XO*:: How many personnel on that station?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::gives a wry chuckle:: Modex: No...just an affirmation that even our cadets can handle the job.  Now let's see how well this old girl can save your outpost, eh?  ::indicates the extra jump seat for him to sit in::

CNS_Jakiel says:
:;starts to wonder what is going on outside the ship that her mate would warn her and thinks better of it.  Concentrates on staying calm...trying to block the incoming tensions she feels::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::performs a level 1 diagnostic on the RCS thrusters::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
TO: Are we at red alert from your station?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Tries to remember everything else Lt. Smith taught him he's supposed to do in the Academy's flight courses::

CEO_K`Vas says:
::hears the engines increasing power :: Computer: Maintain all power and security protocols on holodeck 1.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
Modex: How many people are on your station?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
XO: See if that ship is in our database.

TO_Re`Volos says:
XO: yes ma'am

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods to the CO::  TO: Good then check to see if that ship is in our database.  Cross reference with size, mass, and design.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: Do not worry little one I am making sure that our guest is safe as well as you~~~

Host Brett says:
<Modex> XO: ::Thinks for a moment::  About thirty.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::looks at her chrono, hoping this is not feeding time for their guest.  He seems to enjoy showing off for his mother::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods to Modex:: *CMO*: Modex says about 30, doc.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::momentarily forgets where the gimble is on the console...but finds it again soon enough::

CMO_Hunter says:
*XO*:: Thank you, Perhaps some of our guests should be here when they are beamed aboard?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
XO: Have the emergency transporters ready to beam the crew up as soon as we get there and can drop our shields.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: Aye,ma'am.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
OPS_Hansen: Open a channel to that ship.

TO_Re`Volos says:
XO: Ma'am, the ship doesn't match any in our database. It appears to have been cylindrical, originally, but has been massively modified. It's seen heavy battle action, judging from the surface damage

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles and increases her awareness of K'Vas as it helps calm her::  ~~~CEO:  Good.  I hope the young man is sleeping well...and stays that way for a little longer.  Your thoughts are reassuring, my love.~~~

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::goes over a mental checklist of how to make a change in course and/or speed in case the CO asks for one::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::as the thrill starts to wear off...starts to feel a little nervous::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
TO: Coordinate with Hansen and the cadet to drop our shields and beam those people out.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
TO: Get ready to fire a warning shot across the ship's bow on my command.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CMO*: I think we might need Modex here, but I will see what I can do.

TO_Re`Volos says:
XO/CO: Yes ma'am.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: Work with the TO and OPS.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Overhears the XO, and tries to remember the range of Transporters. Repeats to himself under his breath:: 40 clicks...40 clicks...40 clicks....

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Yes Ma'am.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Self: 40 clicks...

TO_Re`Volos says:
::coordinates with the OPS station and prepares a trajectory for the warning shot::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::reads a report and scans to see if the chronometric particles can be matched up with anything in the database::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CIV: Cadet...pull up the evasive patterns in the database and drop us out of warp as soon as we get within weapons range.

Host Brett says:
Action: As the Delphyne nears the scene, detail can be seen on the screen.  The large ship continues to fire on the outpost, but it seems to be surgical fire now.  Taking out weapons as they reveal themselves, and cutting away chunks of rock to reveal the metal walls beneath.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: Aye Ma'am! ::looks for the patterns. Finds them after a second or two::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::quietly:: XO: Check that those chronometric particles correspond with the Prodigals.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Hail the ship.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods::  CO: Already on it ::quietly::

OPS Hansen says:
CO: Channel open.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::as he pilots the Del closer...space suddenly starts to seem rather crowded.::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
COM: Unidentified Ship: This is the USS Delphyne of the Federation.  Stand down your weapons immediately.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::whispers::  CO: They match up for the most part... there is something different though.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
TO: Are we within firing range?

OPS Hansen says:
CO: No reply ma'am.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: About time to drop from warp Ma'am...

Host CO_K`Beth says:
XO: What is it?

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne reaches the area of battle.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
COM: Unidentified Ship: This is your last warning.  Stand down your weapons immediately otherwise we will have to take action.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: The difference?  Unknown ma'am...  it just doesn't match up completely.

TO_Re`Volos says:
CO: Yes ma'am

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CIV: Drop us to one quarter impulse.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::hand poised over what he thinks is impulse propulsion button.::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
TO: Target their weapons system and fire.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
CO: Aye Ma'am! Going to 1/4 impulse now. ::taps the button and slides it down to 1/4::

Host Brett says:
Action: The hostile vessel ceases it's fire on the outpost, but a smaller object, about twenty meters in diameter, is heading towards its exposed wall.  Tiny lights denote thrusters of some type.  Windows on its hull indicate it is a manned craft of some sort.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Glances at the evasive menu::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
TO: Belay that.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: thinks of Ariel's words, but his warriors instinct takes over.  He again checks to make sure the ship is battle ready::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sees it:: TO: Quick... grab the smaller object with the tractor beam.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::activates tractor beam::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::thankful his quick reflexes that helped him avert firing::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::continues to stay in the dark about the Del's activities, remaining calm::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::stares at the viewer, and wonders how everyone is able to stay so calm?::

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: Do not worry, we will tell our children of this adventure~~~

Host Brett says:
Action: As the Delphyne drops out of warp, the Romulan Warbird decloaks beside it, shields rising and weapons coming on-line.  Then the universe explodes as the hostile vessel unleashes a firestorm at the two ships.  Dozens of lances of light and half a dozen torpedoes arc across space towards the Del and the Warbird.

Host Brett says:
<<<<Pause>>>>