Cast of Characters:

CO Captain K`Beth T’Kar                                         played by     Beth Kelley-Wharton
XO LtCmdr. Llynisika                                                played by     Nancy Stricker
CSO Cmdr. Sykora Ann Tarrez-Hunter                 played by     Charlotte Wrestler
OPS Ltjg. Twelk                                                          played by     Rich Robbins
CMO Cmdr. Owyn Hunter                                       played by     Jay Kersting
CTO Ens. Ka Bell                                                        played by     Jack Farfri
CIV  Ens. Tiberious Cassious McQueen                played by     John Flory
CEO Ltjg. Maximus Heller                                       played by     Michael Hiles

NPCs:
Various                                                                        played by     Ted Wharton

Summary:  The crew of the Delphyne is assembled at a dinner in their honor.  Many representatives from many worlds are here to pay tribute to the saviors of Starfleet.
 
The Celebration may go on for some time but the crew of the Del will have to leave the part early if they are to make their rendezvous with the Klingons.  Klingons do love it so when you are late...
 
Ramon has stayed on Earth to put his father to rest and to continue the old man's work.  The destruction of the cities weapons was not the end of that research but a beginning to a whole new research.
 
Now with its time for some food and drink, before heading back out on patrol.  The Del is already powered and ready to come off of external power.
 
Star Trek, A Call to Duty, is proud to present the USS Delphyne, Chapter One –  “Our Enemy has many faces” A Heroes Welcome... 10709.19
 
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CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::stands to the right of the exit, in his poorly fitted dress uniform, with his still spiky, but no longer itchy hair, and his black eyes scanning the people in the room.::.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::moves around the room, wishing that the neck of her uniform wasn't quite so tight, but puts up with it::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::standing near the podium in her starched and very uncomfortable dress uniform with a large scotch and soda in her hand::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::plate in hand cruising the buffet table::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
::sits at one of the tables with a plate of food and a glass of blood wine::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: walks to the podium in the front of the dinner room and taps on his whiskey glass with his wedding ring to get everyone’s attention :: All: Guest may I present the crew of the USS Delphyne who we are here to honor this evening

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::fills plate and grabs a brandy and coke and heads for Twelk::

ADM_Wharton says:
CO: Captain join me and assemble your crew.

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::cruises over to the buffet line with his margarita and grabs some food.::

TO_Sven says:
::sneaks up beside her and hands her a plate:: XO: Take this and eat something

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
::stands next to his wife, a glass of scotch on the rocks in one hand::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::throws back the drink::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::limps up to the podium:: ADM: Thank you, sir.
 
CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::assumes that the CO is going to ask them to gather, and starts across the room towards the podium reluctantly::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::plops plate on table:: OPS: Come on buddy

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
CSO:: Of course, I hate these things ::grins wickedly::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::Smiles at her hulking friend and takes a shrimp off the plate:: Sven: Hold it for me and I promise to eat

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks out among the crowd for her crew:: Delphyne Crew:: Will all senior officers of the USS Delphyne please assemble front and center.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::popping the morsel in her mouth she eats it as she moves up with the others::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::moves up to join the rest of the senior staff::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: rises up and heads for the front of the room:: CIV: looks like we are called on again. :: smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::moves up toward the front of the crowd::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::Sykora holds a glass of clear liquids in her hand and listens to the CO::

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
::takes one last sip from his scotch before setting it down and moving to the front of the room with the rest of the senior staff

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
OPS: No rest for the wicked

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::having the furthest to travel, arrives at the group last, and takes up a spot on the end of the line trying, and failing, to blend into the surroundings::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::quickly finds a place to put the glass down and moves to stand in the front with the rest of her crew::

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
::chuckles at the CIV’s comment::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: stands drinking his whiskey with that same look he always has, not good or evil in the middle ::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
:;aside to the Admiral so no one else hears:: ADM: We can build a starship that can travel to distant galaxies but still can't get this dress uniform to be comfortable. :grins and sees her crew assembled::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: whispers :: CO: Its done on purpose to keep our captain grouchy and awake

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::Sees Sven motion to his mouth, wipes the corner of hers::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
All: First off...this whole little party wouldn't be possible without any of you.  I am proud to be the CO of the best crew in the fleet...and although she may be old....the best ship in the fleet also.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::under her breath again:: ADM: It's working.

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
Aloud:; here here!

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::look out and finds the ones she is looking for:: CTO: Ensign Bell...front and center.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::smiles at K'Beth::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: stifles a laugh to keep from blowing whiskey out his nose at the captains comment ::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::stands still at attention and thinks to himself that old doesn’t....steps forward, snaps back to attention and salutes the CO:: CO: Sir.

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::tries to relax as much as his uniform will let him and takes a sip of his drink::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: stands listening to the Captain wishing he didn't have to wear this stupid dress uniform::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::glances at the others::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CTO: First off...welcome to our crew, Ensign.  I know that our first meeting was rather unorthodox but the Delphyne is all the better for it.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles at the CTO::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::stays at attention, knowing better than to interrupt an officer::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::smiles:: CTO: For battle damage occurred during mission, I hereby award you a purple heart.  Congratulations, Ensign. ::hands him a small box::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::Takes the box carefully, salutes the captain.:: CO: Thank you, Sir.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::returns the salute:: CTO: You earned it. Now back to at ease, Ensign.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::a loud clapping makes her look around, sees that its Sven:: Self: Yup, Bell has a new friend.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks for the next one:: CIV: Ensign McQueen...front and center!

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::resumes his place at the end of the line, trying not to let his head list anymore::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::Snaps too and moves to stand before the CO, snapping of a smart salute::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CIV: For distinguishing yourself by gallantry action against an enemy of the United Federation of Planets, I hereby award you the Starfleet Medal of Honor.  Congratulations, Ensign. ::hands him a small box::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::blushes deeply:: CO: Thanks skipper, I’m gob smacked

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::takes the box::

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
::chuckles at the CIV, thinking these provincials are so quaint in there manner of speaking::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::chuckles:: CIV: Whatever that is...I hope it's not catching.  Good work.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smirks and glances at her husband::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::smiles left speechless::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks to the next victim:: CEO: Lt Heller...front and center.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::returns to his spot::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::thinks about what the CO said, yes he had earned the purple heart, by getting shot....not so distinguished an honor really, come to think of it.::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::sets down his drink and steps forward::  CO:  Ma'am

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::catches the laugh before it escapes her mouth::  Self: Victim,

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CEO: For outstanding performance of duties under extreme conditions, I hereby award you the Admiral's Letter of Commendation. Congratulations, Lt. ::hands him a PADD and a small box::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::thinks about each one of her crew and wonders what some of them had been like before all this::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: whispers to the CIV: CIV: Congratulations McQueen.

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::takes the PADD and box::  CO:  Thank you ma'am.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::smiles at Twelk::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CEO: You did excellent work there. ::smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
CO:  Just my doing my job.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::with the help of her husband she had gotten over her anger that she had held in her heart regarding there actions on the planet.  She understood their perceptions a bit more now.::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: raises his recently refilled glass of whiskey at what the CO said and continues to watch ::
 
CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks around and conceals a smile at Twelk standing obviously as uncomfortable in his uniform as she feels:: OPS: Lt...front and center.

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::returns to his spot and grabs his drink::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: moves to the front:: CO/ADM:: Captain, Admiral.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
OPS: For distinguishing yourself by gallantry action against an enemy of the United Federation of Planets, it is my pleasure to award you the Starfleet Medal of Honor.  Congratulations, Lt. ::hands him a small box::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: Takes the Box:: CO: Thank You Captain Just doing my job. :: smiles::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::leans forward and says quietly:: OPS: You'll also find a supply of fresh meat frozen in the ship's storage....courtesy of a certain large Klingon back at the academy.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::Sykora raises an eyebrow at the fresh meat comment::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: get a big smile at what the Captain said:: CO: Thank You and tell you father Thanks also.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::All sorts of images pop into her mind::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
OPS: I will.

CMO_Cmdr._Hunter says:
::leans over to Sy and whispers:: CSO:: No I won't go test it to see what its DNA is :;grins::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks over at some of her oldest friends in Starfleet:: CMO: Doctor...fron and center.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::whispers:: OPS: Well done mate

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::straightens up walks to the CO, stands to attention and salutes::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: moves back to his position in line::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::Sykora raises her hand to her mouth to stifle the laugh her husband had just about caused::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CMO: Doctor, for extraordinary efforts and gallantry to serve and protect medically those who were wounded under fire, I hereby award you the Starfleet Surgeons Medal.  Congratulations, Commander. ::hands him a small box::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CIV: Thanks when we get done here we will celebrate later.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::Sykora smiles for the doctor, a look of pride in her eyes::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::takes the box:: CO:: Than you ma'am

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::grins broadly::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
OPS: My friend when we get back the steaks are on me

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::salutes and returns to his place in line::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks over and smiles:: CSO: Commander Tarrez-Hunter...front and center!

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CIV: Actually the steaks are on me as I have been informed that we have a good supply.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves to the center and stands before K'Beth::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CSO: For outstanding achievement and heroism under fire and meritorious service under extreme conditions, it is my great pleasure to award you the Starfleet Command Commendation for Conspicuous Gallantry. Congratulations Commander. ::hands her a small box::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: Thank you ma'am.  ::takes the box::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::grins:: CSO: Well done, Sy.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::salutes::  CO: I had a good leader.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::returns to her place next to the CMO::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::winks over at his wife::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
XO: And last but not least...Commander Llynisika...front and center!

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles to Owyn::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::snaps to attention and moves to the spot in front of K'Beth::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::Nods at both K'Beth and the Admiral::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: nods in acknowledgement to the large blue officer ::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks up at the tall blue one towering over her and is glad the practice of pinning medals to the recipient's chest had fallen out of use....she'd never reach::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
XO: For exceptionally meritorious service and a hell of a good job under extreme conditions.  It is my great pleasure to award you the Starfleet Distinguished Service Medal. Congratulations Commander. ::hands her a small box::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::takes a swig of his drink and pops some food into his mouth::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::leans down and takes the box.  Standing back up:: CO: Thank you Captain.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
XO: Well done, Sika....we wouldn't be here without you and your team.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::blushes a deep blue:: CO: Yes, Ma'am

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks over at them all and raises her glass:: All: To the USS Delphyne and her gallent crew.  Congratulations everyone!

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
Aloud:: Huzzah

ADM_Wharton says:
:: steps forward :: CO: Captain T'Kar front and center

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::raises glass:: ALL: To the Captain

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::takes a glass from a passing waiter and joins the toast::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::follows the XO’s lead::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::hears her name and turns around:: ADM: Sir?

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes a glass::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: raises his glass as well::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::raises his glass::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::raises it in salute::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::turns and watches the Admiral::

ADM_Wharton says:
CO: ATTENTION!

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::comes to as much attention as one can with a glass of scotch in her hand::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles at K'Beth and bites back a chuckle::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::grabs two steins of blood wine and hands one to Twelk::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::sneaks up behind the captain to relieves her of her scotch::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
CO:: Let me assist you with that ::grins::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: watches as the Captain stands in front of the Admiral::

ADM_Wharton says:
:: grins :: ALL: Now I would never disagree that the crew of the Delphyne is the finest in Starfleet or that the Delphyne is the finest ship.  However the finest of both is nothing without a leader they respect and will follow

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::hands her glass to the CMO with a half scowl at the amusement in his expression::

ADM_Wharton says:
CO: Captain I am honored to present you with the United Federation of Planets Medal of 
Honor.  For your leadership and ability to make decisions under the most horrific conditions.  :: hands her the box with the medal :: Well done captain

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::suppresses a laugh and sets her scotch on the table::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::stands stunned and absolutely speechless::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::sets her glass down and claps::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::sets his glass down and joins in:; Huzzah!

ADM_Wharton says:
All: Raise you glasses in a toast to the captain and crew of the USS Delphyne  :: raises his glass and shoves the box into her hands ::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: joins the XO  in clapping::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::also applauds, padded hands not making much noise::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::cheers loudly::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::wolf whistles::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
Aloud:: Up the Delphyne!

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::raises his glass and cheers for the captain::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::leans back down, picks up her glass, finding it refilled already, and raises it in toast::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
Aloud: The Del!!!
 
Action : The guests all raise their drinks to honor the Delphyne.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::takes the box with a grin and shakes her head in disbelief:: ADM: Thank you sir. ::finds a steward handing her a glass and raises it:: All: To the Del!

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
All: The Del!

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: raises his glass:: All; To the Del.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::knocks back the drink::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::sniffs her glass, then snatches another from the tray::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
All:  To the Del  ::raises his glass and quickly drains to.::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
All: May she live long!

ADM_Wharton says:
All/CO: Captain well done.  And now everyone one is welcome to stay and enjoy the festivities but our honored guests have a patrol to return to.  CO: Captain you and your crew are dismissed to return to patrol.  Good hunting

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: is hoping that all the celebrating and awards are over so he can get out of this Zuit suit::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::takes a large swig of scotch and nods:: ADM: Aye...you're right.  Thank you, sir.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::can't wait to get out of this dress uniforms::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::sighs a happy sigh at the thought of changing into a regular uniform::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::calls out to the crew:: All: Delphyne crew...report back to the ship immediately and prepare for departure.

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::hears the ADM, and nods, than heads for the door swiftly::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CO: Aye, aye Captain!

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::heads for the door::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: Heads for the door as he hears the Admiral dismiss them::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: Aye ma'am

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::heads for the door::

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::takes one last pull from his scotch glass, draining it::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks around and whistles for Dog who was hiding in the corner with the Admiral's dachshund::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves out with the rest of the crew::

ADM_Wharton says:
*Station OPS*: Ltcmdr hold all traffic the Delphyne has priority departure per my authority.

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::follows behind his wife, once out of earshot:: CSO:: These routine patrols never are, I hope they realize that ::laughs::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::notices Sven looking at the crew as he brings her a plate::

Stations’ OPS says:
*ADM*: Aye sir priority clearance recognized.  :: closes comm. ::

TO_Sven says:
XO: You said you would eat.... here you are

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CMO: At least we will be around a different border this time.
 
XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::takes the plate and makes her way through the crowd::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: get just outside the door and contacts the Del to have him transported to his quarters::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::follows after the crew still stunned at the box she was holding::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::eats as she walks::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::calls out::  OPS: Did those crates of Beryllium get brought aboard?

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CSO: I will check when I get aboard
 
Time Jump:  The Delphyne is clear of the station and the buoys.  The ship is proceeding at warp 6 to rendezvous point with the mobile platform

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::In sickbay, now into his more comfortable duty uniform, going over the latest reports from sickbay::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: At station listening to the COM traffic coming in::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
:: steps onto the bridge a mug of extra sweet Rak`Tajino in hand::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::in his office in engineering looking over the latest batch of status reports on the ship.::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::is in her main science lab helping her department to storage all the supplies they had just taken on::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::Making a round of the bridge before she heads to the Captains ready room::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::standing at the tactical station, his eyes scanning the displays and his hands folded behind his back::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::on the bridge back in her regular uniform with her regular large cup of coffee in hand:: CIV: Report to my ready room. ::gets up and heads there herself with Dog following::
 
Action: A ship begins to de-cloak  on the Del’s port side and match speed with her.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
CO: Aye skipper

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::puts mug into replicator and pulls jacket down. Heads for the ready room::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::Stops at her chair, watching the screen in the arm of the chair::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::glances up:: XO: Vessel de-cloaking  to port, commander.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CTO: Identity of the ship, Ensign?

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
XO: shall I hail them Cmdr?

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
OPS: One moment, Lt.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::sits at her desk and waits for the CIV to come up::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
XO: Mass and power readings are standard for an older model Bird of Prey, sir.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::walks into the RR and stands at attention before the CO::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
CO: Ens McQueen reporting as ordered Ma’am

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::nods:: CTO: Must be our Klingon contact.  OPS: Hail them, Lt.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CIV: At ease, Ensign.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::relaxes::

SO_Takins says:
CSO: Commander where shall I put these testing field kits?
 
CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::moves his hands to the console:: XO: I've not got her in the data base, and she is powering weapons.

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
XO: Aye Cmdr Hailing frequencies opened. :: hails the ship::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CTO: Raise shields

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CIV: Your report was very well done.  But now I need you to do another one.  We are actually going to AHZA for a different reason.  Only you, the XO and myself will know of the true nature of this mission.  Understood?

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::with out thinking::  SO: Over by Johnson's con... :;stops when it dawns up on her what she just said::

EO_Derfel says:
CEO:  Sir we just got out of dry dock do we really have to run all these test.

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::nods and presses the control to activate the shields:: XO: Aye, sir.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
CO: Yes ma’am

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
SO: ::softer:  Drawer 32-A, ensign... thank you

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: reroutes power to the shields and weapons::
 
Action: The Del’s shields go up a nano second before the first volley of disruptor fire slams into the side of the saucer section, a really intense show if you are in the ready room

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::Sykora notices several of her staff turn their eyes upon her and she draws a breath just as the ship is rocked hard::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
OPS: I think we got an answer to the hail.  Evasive maneuvers

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
::stands goes over to the replicator to grab a drink of Chiai...only to end up on the floor::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
CIV: We are actually going to rendezvous with a large equipment platform that is for mining of Dilithium and other ores that the Klingons and...::sees the blinding flash and is knocked around by the volley.::...what the...!!!!

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
EO:  The problem with star base engineers is they spend all their time at dry dock never out in the . . ::feels the ships shake under fire::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::knocked to the floor she cries out::  All: Battle stations!

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CTO: Target their weapons and fire to disable only

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
*XO*:: What the devil was that?

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
XO: I guess we got our answer to our hail and shield are down to 82%

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::grabs the CO`s desk::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::gets to her feet and limps heavily out the door:: CIV: You're with me, Ensign.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
*CO*: Captain, we've been fired on by an older Klingon Bird of Prey
 
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::jumps out of his chair and heads into main engineering::

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::follows the CO:: Self: Just another day at the office

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::grips his console as the ship rocks and presses the command for 'Red Alert' without thought than, as the weapons come online targets the BOP's port wingtip and fires phasers.::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
SO: Henderson you are with me. Let's go!  ::moves out of the labs and heads to the turbo lift::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
::enters the bridge:: XO: I've noticed.  Have they identified themselves at all?

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CO: No ma’am.  No reply to our hails
 
XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::moves aside to her chair

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
OPS: Open a comm. channel now!

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CO: It is open Captain.
 
Action: The phasers strike the BOP causing shield loss but no damage, they return fire drops shields by another 8%.  The upgraded shields have learned the power sig but are taking a beating none the less

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
*CO*:  Ma'am not much damage after that volley but inertial dampers are down 10%.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CO: I've ordered Bell to fire to disable

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CO: Shields down another 8%.

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::takes his station and looks over the BOP::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
:;rides the TL up with several others responding to the situation reaching for walls to support themselves when the ship is rocked::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
COM:BOP: This is Captain K'Beth of the USS Delphyne.  Why have you fired on us and not answered our hails?  Are you such cowards you can't face your enemies without hiding in the shadows?

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
*CEO*: Chief we need more power to the shields.

CMO_Cmdr_Hunter says:
:: Issues orders for sickbay to be made ready for incoming wounded::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::mutters, than recalculates the target, ignoring the shaking bridge around him, and focusing the phasers again on the port wingtip::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
OPS: Mute the channel.
 
Action: A second ship decloaks to the rear of the first

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::runs the BOP through LCARS::

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: mutes the channel:: CO Channel muted Captain.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves onto the bridge and take over SCI 1 from the Lt that was manning it.  She motions for Henderson to take SCI 2

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::a beep on her small screen makes her look down::

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
XO: Second vessel, de-cloaking aft of target, Sierra One.

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
*OPS*:  Working on it.  ::fingers fly over the console rerouting power to the shields.::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CTO: Noted, target that one, but don't fire just yet.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::looks at the long range sensors for any nearby ships besides the two next to them ::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CO: Second ship, Ma'am.  Could this one be our contact?
 
OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: starts taking non essential areas of the ship offline::
 
Action : The second vessel is a Vorcha class, its weapons open fire on the BOP

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CTO: What are they doing?

CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
::scans the second ship for an id::
 
CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::feeds the data on the new vessel to the computer and designates it 'Sierra Two' than continues to focus on Sierra One::
 
CIV_Ens_McQueen says:
CO: Second vessel is classified as a Vorcha skipper

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
XO: New vessel, Sierra Two, Vorcha Class, has opened fire on Sierra One.

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO/CTO: An enemy of our enemy may be a friend

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
OPS: Open a channel to the second ship.

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
CSO: An enemy of my enemy is still my enemy.
 
Action : The Vorcha is cool and efficient in destroying the BOP, and a hailing frequency is opened to the Del from the second ship

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
XO: Hold fire on both of them.  Let's see if we can sort this out.

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CSO: Looks like it could be, Commander

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CO: Aye Captain opening channel now. :: open channel to the second ship::

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sighs and shakes her head at the CTO::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CO: Aye ::motions for Bell to cease fire:: CTO: But keep a shooting solution at the ready::

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
COM: Vorcha: This is Captain K'Beth if the USS Delphyne...would someone like to tell me what the hell is going on?

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: I detect no other ships with in our sensor range.
 
XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
CSO: Lets take that as a good sign

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::Stops firing as Sierra One is now rapidly cooling dust and plasma, than cycles the targeting computer to focus on Sierra Two:: XO:

 Commander_B`Rel says:
COM: Delphyne : CO: This is commander B'Rel of the Klingon defense force.  Fall in behind us I will brief you on the way.  And captain beware as of now, Our enemy has many faces...

CSO_Cmdr_Tarrez-Hunter says:
SO: We haven't even arrived and they have already sent a welcoming committee

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
:: checks the damage reports while he waits to see what is going on::

CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::orders a couple of damage repairs teams to begin repairing the minor damage take in their brief firefight::

XO_LtCmdr_Llynisika says:
::Aside to K'Beth:: CO: A mission starting this way can only go one way, Captain

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
COM: B'Rel: I'll have my XO meet you in our transporter room.  K'Beth out.

CTO_Ens_Bell says:
::frowns at the reaction reports on his console:: Self: Not good enough.

CO_Capt_K`Beth says:
XO: I completely agree...have OPS fall in behind the Vorcha and go greet our guest. Let's hope that this is not a preview of things to come.

OPS_Ltjg_Twelk says:
CO: Captain we only had power damage and will have shield back to 100% in 30 minutes. Aye Captain ::moves the ship in behind the Klingon ship::
 
Action : B'Rel transports over.  She is an older female of about what looks to be 60 earth years.  Grey in  her hair and enough scars to cover any size Klingon.  She waits on the transporter pad to be met by the XO
 
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