Host Brett says:
Summary: The Delphyne and it's Warbird escort have encountered a huge vessel of unknown origin attacking a Romulan outpost.  Dropping out of warp to assist, the two smaller ships come under intense fire from the unknown.

Host Brett says:
<<<<Resume Mission - "Here be Dragons -Part 3">>>>

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::on the bridge watching the view screen:: CTO: Target their weapons system and fire.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Arrives on the bridge and mans the secondary tactical station:: TO: Continue with your work, I will back up your targeting and assist

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Aye ma'am

MO_Wyn says:
::moving quickly around sickbay preparing trauma kits and biobeds::

Host Brett says:
Action: The hostile's fire impacts the Delphyne's shields like a rainstorm on a windscreen, peppering the ship with dozens of hits.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: in engineering standing at the pool table.  Monitoring power levels after activating all power relays ::

Host Brett says:
Info: The incoming fire is composed of dozens of energy pulses fired from multiple turrets emplaced along the length of the ship.  Each pulse is low powered compared to your phasers, perhaps equal to a Type 4 phaser, but the sheer volume of fire is sufficient to cause your shields to begin weakening at about 1% every five seconds.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::Leaning against one wall of the sickbay, arms crossed, watching the guard watch her::  MO:  If I can be of assistance...please...let me know.

MO_Wyn says:
::looks over to the CNS and then the TO::  CNS: I really could use your help actually...

MO_Wyn says:
TO: If that's not breaking your orders, sir...

Host Brett says:
Action: The Romulan ship returns fire, its disrupters slamming into the hostile's shields with good effect.  Many turrets turn to track the Warbird as it maneuvers, taking some of the heat off the Delphyne.  The large hostile ship powers up and begins to move out, heading toward open space.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::answers for the guard:: MO:  No, it isn't breaking rules.  Good.  What would you like me to do?

CNS_Jakiel says:
MO:  I was in premed, but never went farther.

CTO_Vendal says:
::continues targeting the weapons pods trying to reduce the volume of fire that the Del is taking::

MO_Wyn says:
::chuckles:: CNS:  Well you could help me prepare some mild sedatives in the hypos over there...  ::points to a tray not too far from where she was standing::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::holds on to her chair as the ship is rocked:: CTO: Status of the Romulans on the station?

Host Brett says:
Action: The Warbird moves to cut off the larger ship, curving gracefully around toward it's bow, trying to force it to turn back toward the asteroid field.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Scans the station, while firing::

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Scanning for life signs

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: I was mainly into psychology, though I did make sure I got some cross-training in the medical field.  I could probably help you out with your duties if you needed it at some point...

CNS_Jakiel says:
Herself:  And hope one doesn't have my name on it.  ::out loud::  MO:  consider it done.  ::pushes off the wall and knows the guard will be right behind her.  Begins to prepare the hypos, popping the vials in::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_OPS: Contact the our escort and inform them that we will try and get survivors off of the listening post while they engage the hostile.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Reading approx. 20 life signs on the station

Host Brett says:
Action: The combined fire of the two ships begins to wear down the hostile's shields, some hull damage is also evident.

Host Brett says:
Action: Two larger turrets on the ship's dorsal side, each the size of the Delphyne's saucer, swivel toward the Excelsior.  Energy readings begin growing as massive particle guns charge up to fire.

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: I served shortly on the Europa as her counselor, before coming here.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Concentrates fire on the new turrets::

CNS_Jakiel says:
MO:  Yes, I could use some help.  ::considers how this mission seems to be progressing and what may happen at the dragon world::  Yes, I may indeed need the extra help.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: I am detecting a large electromagnetic buildup in the hostile

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_FCO: Evasive maneuvers.  See if you can't get us closer to the listening post on the opposite side of the hostile.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: Target their weapons system, full spread and fire.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Aye

CNS_Jakiel says:
MO:  And I served on the Scorpius as their science officer not that long ago.  Seemed that ship had a death wish, so I transferred here.  Counseling was my specialty anyhow.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Report, Lt.  What is our shield and power status?

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne's phasers pierce the hostile vessel's defenses and the after particle gun turret is punctured.  Molten metal spews off into space as the phaser carves through the turret, sparks and additional explosions tear the turret apart.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Targets turrets and weapons systems with full spread of torpedoes and precise phaser fire::

MO_Wyn says:
::nods as he moves on to the next biobed::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::senses the guard's mind wandering, not a bit interested in their conversations.  Continues to fill the hypos::

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: The shields are at 55% captain and the power systems are beginning to show the strain

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Do what you can and reroute all auxiliary power to the shields and weapons.

Host Brett says:
Action: The turret fires, a massive beam of cohesive energy lances toward the Delphyne.  The ship maneuvers out of the line of fire, the beam barely creasing the shields.  The Delphyne's torpedoes are caught heading toward the ship and are destroyed en-route.

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Aye captain

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*MO*: Report doctor.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: reroutes all auxiliary power including dropping the replicators off line ::

CTO_Vendal says:
::Fires a second volley of torpedoes hoping that the hostile has to recharge::

MO_Wyn says:
*CO* Captain, things are progressing well here.  We are prepared for the worst.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: What is the status of that small ship we were trying to tractor?

Host Brett says:
Action: The Romulan ship fires at the Hostile, causing their shields to flicker and begin failing.  The Warbird turns away from the huge vessel to begin another run.  Suddenly the sensors record a tremendous energy spike from the vessel and a beam of intense blue-white light streaks from the bow of the ship and intersects the Warbird broadside.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Brings up status of tractor and readings of the other ship::

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: All auxiliary power is at your disposal, rerouted to shields and weapons captain

CNS_Jakiel says:
::presses on her temple for a second, feeling the tensions heighten::  MO:  I'm finished here.  Have anything else for me?

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: It is gone ma'am.  It must have been hit full on by the particle beam

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*MO*: Doctor...as soon as possible we'll begin beaming the outpost crew up for treatment.  I'll keep you informed.

MO_Wyn says:
::notices the CNS' concern:: CNS: Only if you feel up to helping...

MO_Wyn says:
*CO* Thank you Ma'am.

Host Brett says:
Action: The Warbird is speared by the beam of light, her shields pierced almost effortlessly.  A huge hole is blown clear through the main body of the Warbird, sparks, fire and debris whirl away as the D'Deridex begin tumbling.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: Target that existing turret again and fire.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Launches another full volley of torpedoes and phaser fire at the weapons systems trying to disable them::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::curses as she watches the Warbird tumble away:: *MO*: Be prepared for Romulan casualties.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: Status of the D'Deridex?

CNS_Jakiel says:
::realizes he saw her motion and shakes her head::  MO:  I'm fine.  The ship is a bit close confines...just have to work harder to block is all.  ::after hearing his comm.  conversation::  Sounds like you will be needing help.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Scans Romulan ship::

Host Brett says:
Action: The Hostile ship accelerates away, the Delphyne's last volley downing it's shields and wrecking the remaining particle turret.  Space folds around it and in burst of light, it vanishes.

MO_Wyn says:
::mutters to himself::  Self: Should have brushed up on my Romulan physiology.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_OPS: Contact the D'Deridex...see if anyone is still alive on it.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Damage report.

Host Modex says:
::Stands next to the CO's chair, his knuckles white as he grips the back, his face a stone mask as he watches the tumbling Warbird.::

MO_Wyn says:
::moves to the computer and brings up some information on Romulans::

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Shield generators are recharging and I have sent damage control teams out to check for structural damage captain.  I will keep you informed

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::turns to Modex:: Modex: We'll see how badly they are and help with the repairs.  Sickbay is preparing for causalities right now.

Host Modex says:
::Nods grimly::

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: Are you alright little one, are you safe?~~~

CNS_Jakiel says:
::walks over and stands behind the MO to read, her guard notices and shadows her movement.  She ignores him::  MO:  I know a bit about Romulans.  Not too terribly different than Vulcans.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: I am reading about 850 life signs on board.  The forward sections appear to be unharmed, the main hull appears to have been nearly ruined

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: Does it appear that they will need to evacuate?

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: Good.  I was hoping that would be the case.  I just wanted to make sure.  Wouldn't be good to assume.

CNS_Jakiel says:
~~~CEO:  Yes, my love, I'm doing well.  How goes the battle?~~~

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Captain the ship is fully operational, only minor hull damage in some areas to report

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Backup power appears to be failing.  I am not sure if it will be able to be salvaged.  I will send the scans to the CEO for his evaluation

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Excellent, Lt.  Get repair teams ready...we may have to beam over and aid our Romulan escort.

Host Brett says:
Info: The Mighty D'Deridex Warbird, the bane of every Starfleet officer, tumbles helplessly, slowly, across the blackness of space.  Lights flicker on her structure, fires rage in her main hull.  The gigantic hole, fifty meters in diameter, glows redly around the edges as the molten tritanium of the hull cools.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: I do not know, but we have come away with very little damage.  Try to stay safe my love~~~

CTO_Vendal says:
::Sends scans to Eng:: *CEO* If you can would you look at the scans of the Warbird to see if it is able to be saved

CNS_Jakiel says:
::frowns::  MO:  How is the artificial blood supply for Vulcans...I'll assume the Del does not carry much if any Romulan serum?

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Aye captain I will have teams ready immediately

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_FCO: Let's get closer and see if we can halt her momentum.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: I suggest we get it in a tractor beam to stabilize it, once we have it close our defector dish will help with keeping it intact

CNS_Jakiel says:
~~~CEO:  My guardian would have it no other way.~~~  ::turns and sweetly smiles at her guard, who returns nothing but a stony look::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: My thoughts exactly.

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CTO*: Thank you Lt.  :: begins going over the scans of the Warbird and accessing the repairs needed::

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: We have more than usual due to the number of Romulans on board as crew, but not nearly enough for a whole Warbird's crew...

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_OPS: Contact the outpost and apprise them of the situation.  See what sort of aid they need.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: That is good little one, I would have it no other way~~~

Host Modex says:
CO: I am grateful for your assistance Captain.  You and your crew showed great courage.  Thank you.

Host Duty OPS says:
CO: Aye sir.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Modex: No more than what you would have done if the tables were turned.

CNS_Jakiel says:
~~~CEO:  I know it is a precaution, but it does seem strange. ~~~

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: Is everything ok?  You seem... distracted.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: I am sure the captain is looking out for you as well as the safety of our guest my love~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::reads the status from the outpost.  Six wounded, one critical.  But the structure is intact:: CTO: See if we need to transport the critical patient from the outpost to sickbay.

Host Modex says:
CO: Do not be so sure Captain, do not forget, I am your enemy.  ::Smiles with strained humor::

Host Duty FCO says:
::heads after the D'Deridex::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles broadly::  MO:  Just 'conversing' with a worried mate. ::smiles::  I assured him all is well.  ::stops and concentrates a second, telepathically::  And if I'm not mistaken, the battle has either paused or ceased.  Tensions seem to have cooled.

Host Modex says:
CO: You mentioned something when we saw the ship Captain..."Prodigals" I think you said.  Did you recognize that ship?

MO_Wyn says:
::relaxes visibly:: CNS: That is good to hear.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Tractors the Warbird, very carefully putting little stress on the hull, trying to minimize damage::

CNS_Jakiel says:
~~~CEO:  Yes...and I am in agreement.  Our fine MO here would just knock me out if I were to have any...odd behavioral changes. ~~~

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Captain without more up to date data on the workings of a Warbird I can only estimate.  I would say 48-72 hours to repair the Warbird, that is if not too much modification have to be done to our replacement parts

Host Brett says:
Action: The tractor beam stabilizes the big ship.  It is eerie to be able to see all the way through the ship's hull.

CTO_Vendal says:
::Contacts the station to determine if they need transportation of their wounded::

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: He had better treat you well my love or he could find himself damaged~~~

CTO_Vendal says:
*CEO* does the damage to the Warbird prevent us transferring power to them for life-support and such?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::watching the readouts and trying to figure out where she can put 850 Romulans:: Modex: We don't know much about them.  Just that they did the same to one of our listening posts.  Unfortunately we arrived too late.  Do you want to contact the D'Deridex and see what they need in the way of aid?  I have engineering teams standing by.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles, looking at the MO and is glad he hasn't 'heard' her Klingon's warning::  ~~~CEO:  I trust him.  Have mercy on him if he has to do his job.~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Get your teams together.  A soon as we establish contact I'll want you to beam over.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: They do need extraction of the more heavily wounded, should I transport them to SB?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::nods:: CTO: Yes Lt.

Host Modex says:
CO: Yes, if we can establish communications that would be excellent.  Also, I believe we can get assistance from other Romulan vessels.  I do not think our government would care for your engineers to become "intimate" with our systems.

MO_Wyn says:
:;whistles as he supervises a bit of the nurses work::

CTO_Vendal says:
::Arranges transport and begins, doing a site to site directly to SB::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*MO*: Doctor...we have wounded coming in.

MO_Wyn says:
*CO*: Aye, Ma'am.  We are ready.

MO_Wyn says:
::nods to the CNS:: CNS: Here we go.

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*Aye captain we will be ready to transport in two minutes  *CTO*:Negative Lt. we can power the life support systems, but I advise scanning the engineering section first to make sure it is stable

CNS_Jakiel says:
::nods to the MO:: MO:  Do we know how many?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::chuckles:: Modex: I suppose not.  What do we say that my CEO checks that they are at least stable enough to last until other help come and then we treat your wounded until then?

CTO_Vendal says:
*CEO* I will get approval from Commander Modex and apprise you of the condition of ME

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: I believe these will be the outpost crew first...

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Duty_OPS: Open a channel to the D'Dederix.

Host Modex says:
CO: ::Nods::  Agreeable Captain.

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CTO*: Very well...K`Vas out

Host Duty OPS says:
CO: Channel open sir, On screen.

CTO_Vendal says:
Modex: Sir, I would like to do a more detailed scan of the engineering sections to see if a power transfer is possible to help keep the force fields and life-support online, I wanted to get your permission first

Host CO_K`Beth says:
COM: D'Deridex: This is Captain K`Beth of the USS Delphyne.  We're here to render assistance.  I have Commander Modex here with me.

Host Brett says:
Action: The Warbird bridge appears on screen.  It is surprisingly undamaged, but lit with red emergency lighting.  The Romulan Commander, a tall female glares at the screen.

Host Modex says:
CTO: ::Nods::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::sees the angry Romulan and leans over and mutters quietly to Modex:: Modex: I'll think I'll let you take this one.

Host Felna says:
COM: CO: ::Grudgingly::  Thank you for your assistance.  ::Nods at Modex::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::looks around the now seemingly small sickbay:: MO:  The outpost crew first?  And then our Romulan 'friends'?  ::shakes her head::  Do you think we'll need a triage area?  Or part of our medical team to go over to their ship?

CNS_Jakiel says:
<edit Romulan Warbird 'friends'?>

Host Felna says:
COM: Modex: Commander.  We have suffered grievous damage.  My engineers say that they can stabilize critical systems in three hours, but the drive system is destroyed.  We will need to return to space dock for repair.

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: I'm not sure.  I believe the Captain will inform us as to the extent of the problem with the Romulan ship.

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: An away team might not be a bad Idea, though I’m not sure what that'll do for the state of mind of the Romulans.

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Ma'am the CEO and I are ready to start a power transfer but the CEO is concerned about any problems with their power transfer systems

CNS_Jakiel says:
MO:  One thing I am sure of...any Romulan would be too stubborn for a counselor's help.

CEO_K`Vas says:
EO Brisco/ Caveda/Reed/Torres: You are with me, we are transporting over to make repairs to the Romulan vessel.  Get your equipment and put on EVA suites

MO_Wyn says:
::moves over to the patient and orders a nurse to begin administering fluids::

Host Modex says:
COM: Felna: I see.  Is help on the way?

MO_Wyn says:
::scans for other injuries than the obvious and applies a strong painkiller::

Host Felna says:
COM: Modex: Affirmative Commander, they should arrive within twenty hours.

EO Brisco/Caveda/Reed/Torres says:
CEO: Yes sir :: almost in one motion they all salute the CEO and begin getting equipped::

CTO_Vendal says:
::Checks power levels on the Warbird::

Host Modex says:
COM: Felna: What of your injured Commander?  May we assist?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::steps up and speaks so that it is picked up by the comm. unit:: Modex: We can initiate a power transfer over until help arrives.

Host Felna says:
COM: Modex: ::Looks even more grim, if that is possible::  No need Commander.  We have only twelve injured.  Our physicians are treating them now.

Host Modex says:
::Grows pale::

MO_Wyn says:
::orders the nurse to begin dermal regeneration on the man's neck and face::  Man:  Sir, you're going to be just fine now.  Just relax and we'll get this done even easier...

CNS_Jakiel says:
::stands at a position to observe the MO's ministrations as he works::

Host Felna says:
COM: CO: That will not be necessary Captain.  Our engineers are capable.  We have moved our people to areas of the ship with life support.  Despite our appearance, we are not so bad off.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::senses the patient's pain and winces::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: after putting his own EVA suit on:: *CO*: Captain my team and myself are suited up and waiting for your orders

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::quietly almost sorrowfully:: COM: Felna: I'm sorry to hear of your losses.  We will stand by and provide you with any assistance you require.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Belay that, Lt.  Looks as if our assistance won't be needed.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*MO*: Doctor, there are no other casualties that will be beaming over so you and your department can stand down.

Host Felna says:
COM: CO: Thank you Captain.  ::Ends the transmission::

CTO_Vendal says:
CO/Modex: It appears to be an archaic weapon that was used by the hostile, a mass driver.  It appeared that the entire ship was built around it

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO*: Aye captain.  I will keep 4 of my engineers on stand by... with your approval of course

MO_Wyn says:
*CO* Very good Ma'am.

MO_Wyn says:
CNS: Well that's good to hear.

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

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: Send a copy of the analysis of the other ship to both myself and to Commander Modex.

Host Modex says:
::Sits down on the edge of the chair::  CO: They lost almost 1500 crew with that one shot.  ::Shakes his head::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::hears the com and sighs in relief::  MO:  Very good, indeed.  ::looks back at the guard and wonders if she can be rid of him::

MO_Wyn says:
::continues to minister to the man's wounds::

CTO_Vendal says:
CO: Aye ::Forwards a copy of the analysis to the CO and CMDR::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: turns to his team :: EOs : You men are on standby.  Return to your stations but keep your gear with you.  I expect you to be ready for action immediately when ordered

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks at Modex with pity:: Modex:  Do you need to contact your people and send in a report?

MO_Wyn says:
CNS:  ~~~Miss Jakiel?~~~

EOs  says:
CEO: Yes sir  :: all looking a bit confused::

Host Modex says:
CO: ::Rubs his eyes::  No Captain.  But...this may be the chance you've been waiting for.  ::Looks into her eyes::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::turns her attention to the MO, raising an eyebrow, temporarily surprised, but pleased to 'hear' another::  ~~~MO:  Yes...and it's Ariel, if you would.~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::puzzled:: Modex: What chance?

CNS_Jakiel says:
*CO*: Captain, if the alert is over, could my guard be relieved?  I have appreciated his surveillance.

CEO_K`Vas says:
~~~CNS: Do not worry my love I may have to leave the ship to aid the Romulans.  Do not fear if I leave your thoughts~~~

MO_Wyn says:
CNS:  ~~~Ariel it is.  I was just trying not to intrude rudely, but I wanted to ask you if there was anything you wanted to know about this process, without upsetting the patient...~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::still waiting for Modex's answer:: *CNS*: Stand by, Ensign.

Host Modex says:
CO: Why, to complete your "mission" of course.  ::Smiles::

Host Brett says:
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