Host AGM_Selan says:
U.S.S. Elara   Stardate 10001.30   "The Falling Pieces..." Episode 17

Cast of Characters:

CO: Captain Varel Torbin
XO: Cmdr. David Harison
FCO: Lt.Cmdr. Eric VanSickle
CTO: Lt.Cmdr. Valar Mitchell
CSO: Lt.Cmdr. William Hall
CEO: Lt.Cmdr. Ross Rachmaninoff
CMO: Lt.Cmdr. Johanna Harison
OPS: LtJG. Morgaine Fey
TO: Ensign Joseph Timrok
Ferengi Captain Gloorg and Admiral Yod: Admiral Mike Jones

Host AGM_Selan says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Elara Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Valar says:
::Stands at the tactical station on the Bridge monitoring the long-range sensors::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Pilots the ship following the trail left by the unidentified hostile::

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Drops into his command chair with an "attitude" and watches his crew::

OPS_Fey says:
::On the Bridge at Operations::

CSO_Hall says:
::Sitting at Science Station One monitoring the sensors::

CMO_Jo says:
::Sitting in her office reading reports and drinking coffee::

XO_David says:
::Exits the turbo lift to the Bridge, rapidly pounding on a PADD::

XO_David says:
::Slinks into his chair next to the CO::

TO_Timrok says:
::In security reviewing the brig specs::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Sir, may I recommend setting up a tachyon pulse?

Host CO_Torbin says:
XO: Got anything new for me Number 1?

CSO_Hall says:
::Turns to CO but continues to watch sensors::  CO:  Sir, I need to inform you that the entity that I was studying also contained the oily substance that was found on the Klingon.  We are apparently dealing with the same aliens that attacked the Outpost.

XO_David says:
CO: I will in a few minutes.  Still running some diagnostics.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Monitors the course, while cruising at warp 8::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Go for it, if you think it will help.

TO_Timrok says:
::Frowns::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CSO: Do you think anything further could be gained by investigating that entity?

XO_David says:
::Turns to his console and begins some data uploads::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Sets up the deflector dish to emit a tachyon pulse::

FCO_VanSickle says:
CSO: How close are we to the source of this trail?

CEO_Ross says:
::In main engineering monitoring the deuterium flows::

XO_David says:
::Finishes the report and hands it to the CO::

CMO_Jo says:
::Gets up and exits her office and starts doing her rounds::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Activating the tachyon pulse.  ::Taps the control console::.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Acknowledged.

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Takes the report from the XO and grins::  XO: Summarize it for me.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The deflector dish flashes for a moment as the tachyon burst is emitted.

CSO_Hall says:
::Thinks::  CO: We are passing through a system containing a few planets, Sir.  As for the entity, if studied closer maybe we could devise a type of weapon that would meet the aliens on their own terms.  At least we could defend ourselves.

CEO_Ross says:
::Checks the deflector's operational status::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: The tachyon pulse is not registering anything at the moment.  However, I will keep you informed.

XO_David says:
CO: Basically it's the analysis of known dimensional shifter technology.  It may help us with forming a defense.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CSO: You have permission to study it further if you wish.  Ms. Fey can handle the sensor monitoring for you.

TO_Timrok says:
::Throws down PADD in disgust::  Damn!  ::sighs::

OPS_Fey says:
::Monitors the power levels making necessary adjustments.:: CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Torbin says:
XO: Has Commander Mitchell been informed of this information?

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  Aye Sir.  Before I leave, my sensors have detected an object or some sort of “ghost” following us.  It has disappeared off sensors for the moment.   I am on my way to Science Lab Two, Sir.

XO_David says:
CO: Transmitting it to her now.  ::Sends his report to the tactical console::

CTO_Valar says:
XO: Receiving data.

CSO_Hall says:
::Stands and leaves his console for Science Lab Two::

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: See if you can pinpoint that object Mr. Hall mentioned.

CTO_Valar says:
XO: Perhaps a modulating force field in the brig would be wise.

CSO_Hall says:
::Enters turbo lift::  Science Lab Two.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Have Mr. Rachmaninoff make any modifications you think will be beneficial.

OPS_Fey says:
::Adjusts console to monitor scanner readings::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Picking up a "ghost" on the sensor grid.  It appears to be following us.

XO_David says:
CTO: Yes.  I'm wondering how Ensign Timrok is doing.

TO_Timrok says:
::Heads for turbo lift::

OPS_Fey says:
CO: Sir, that ghost appears TO BE SHADOWING US!

CTO_Valar says:
CO: The "ghost" has reappeared on my sensors and it is definitely shadowing us.  Transferring the coordinates to the helm now.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Looks at the Navigational sensors::

XO_David says:
::Whaps com badge::*TO* Harison to Timrok.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CTO: Got it.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: It's directly on our six.

TO_Timrok says:
*XO* Timrok here.

CEO_Ross says:
::Walks over to monitor the sensor array::

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Grimaces slightly::  OPS: No need to yell, we can hear you just fine.

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Is it doing anything other than shadowing us at this time?

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Clears left ear::

CMO_Jo says:
::Pleased with the progress of the remaining few patients and with that decides to spend some time on the Bridge and try to answer any question that the CO may have on her findings::

OPS_Fey says:
Co: Sorry, Sir.  I just got excited.

CSO_Hall says:
::Exits turbo lift and walks down the corridor to the Science Lab and enters::  Computer:  Seal off this room so that the entity if awakened cannot infect the Elara.

TO_Timrok says:
::Taps turbo lift controls for Bridge::

CTO_Valar says:
::Redirects the tachyon pulse to the "ghost's" coordinates.

XO_David says:
*TO* Can you set up a modulating force field for the brig?  We think it may prevent dimensional shifters from gaining access to any more prisoners.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Turns to Morgaine::  OPS: ::Whispers:: Enthusiasm is okay.  You only need to control yourself.

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Ponders::

TO_Timrok says:
::Stops turbo lift:: Halt turbo lift.

OPS_Fey says:
CO: The “ghost” appears to be getting closer.  I believe it is trying to scan us.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: I concur.  The "ghost" is slowly moving closer as if trying to obtain a better scan of our ship.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Shall I increase speed or hit the brakes and let it fly by?

CSO_Hall says:
::Takes a laser scalpel and begins to cut into the flesh part of the entity::

Host CO_Torbin says:
FCO: On my mark, slam on the brakes and let it breeze on past us.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Ready.

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Once the "ghost" is past us, hit it with every sensor we have.

CEO_Ross says:
::Tries to increase sensor efficiency by diverting power from the structural integrity field::

CTO_Valar says:
::Grabs onto the console to steady herself::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Be ready to defend if they get aggressive on us.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Slows up a little, a la Maverick on Top Gun::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Mark!

TO_Timrok says:
*XO* Yes, Sir.  That won’t be a problem.  I was thinking a more effective defense might be to stop the aliens from being able to pinpoint people’s positions on the Elara.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Slams on the brakes::

OPS_Fey says:
::Adjusts and readies sensor lock.::

CTO_Valar says:
::Lunges forward hitting her head on the console and then backwards onto the floor::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Elara comes out of warp to a dead halt.  Just as suddenly, another ship comes out of warp right in front of them, slowing down at the wrong time to get a scan.  Before them, is an old, beaten up, Ferengi Marauder.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Looks at sensors::

CTO_Valar says:
::Gets up from the floor a bit dazed::

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Report!

TO_Timrok says:
::Grabs the turbo lift wall ::

XO_David says:
::Grabs his console::

Host Gloorg says:
ACTION: The Marauder comes about and is about to take off at warp again, really, really, really surprised by what the Elara has pulled, and is trying to get away.

CTO_Valar says:
::looks at Eric and raises one eyebrow then begins scanning the Ferengi ship::

CMO_Jo says:
::Coming back into her office and hits the side of her desk::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Tractor that vessel!

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Readies to follow if necessary::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Looks back at Valar and her eyebrow::

CTO_Valar says:
::Locks the tractor beam on the Ferengi vessel::  CO: Tractor beam activated!

XO_David says:
::Looks over sensor readings::

TO_Timrok says:
::Leaves turbo lift  and heads to the brig muttering to himself::

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Thinks: Now to get some answers::

Host Gloorg says:
ACTION: The Marauder is grabbed in the tractor beam.

CMO_Jo says:
::Rubbing her leg, she walks out of Sickbay and heads to the Bridge::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::To self:: Gotcha!

TO_Timrok says:
::Arrives in the Brig  and activates the control panel::

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: What can you tell me about this Marauder?

CTO_Valar says:
CO: We have them in our tractor beam.  Increasing power to the beam.

Host Gloorg says:
@::Sighs and slumps in his chair::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Nice tractoring.  Make sure they don't get away.

TO_Timrok says:
::To Self:: Hmm…..now let me see….

XO_David says:
::Looks at the structural integrity fields making sure their little maneuver didn't cause a lot of damage::

CTO_Valar says:
::Rubs her forehead:: CO: Aye, Sir.  They are not going anywhere.

CMO_Jo says:
::Enters the turbo lift and travels 12 decks up to the Bridge::

Host Gloorg says:
@FCO: Cut engines.  OPS: Open channel to the Federation vessel.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: I suggest we keep our scanners peeled.  Whoever killed that Klingon might be coming after these people too.

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Grins to himself as he remembers an old earth saying::  ALL:  Someone should have told them that it's not nice to sneak up on people.

TO_Timrok says:
::Begins reprogramming the brig force field modulation routines to a random pattern ::

CTO_Valar says:
::Locks targeting scanners onto the Ferengi vessel::

Host CO_Torbin says:
FCO: I would concur.  OPS: Hail that Ferengi vessel and monitor sensors for everything.

XO_David says:
::Grins at the CO::

OPS_Fey says:
::Opens a channel:: COM Ferengi vessel::  Ferengi vessel, this is the Federation Starship Elara, please respond.

TO_Timrok says:
::To self:: That should do it!  ::Grins::

CMO_Jo says:
::Walks on to the Bridge and heads to her seat::

XO_David says:
CO: Minor drain on power grid from that maneuver.  Nothing serious.

Host Gloorg says:
@<OPS> Gloorg: They are hailing us.

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Stands up and tugs his uniform waiting for the Ferengi to come on the view screen::

OPS_Fey says:
CO: Sir, the Ferengi vessel is old, rusty and has about 78 aboard.

TO_Timrok says:
*XO* The Brig force field modification is complete, but I have doubts as to its effectiveness.

CSO_Hall says:
::Continues to cut away at the entity.  Notices that the outer covering is very tough::

Host Gloorg says:
@COM Elara: This is the ShikVick, a vessel of the Ferengi Alliance.  What right do you have to tractor us in this way?

XO_David says:
*TO* Only time will tell.  Try running simulations in the holodeck.

TO_Timrok says:
*XO* That will prove difficult as I don’t know what it is yet I am simulating.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: Answers.  Let's start with you telling me who you are then we can progress as to why you were following my ship.

CTO_Valar says:
::Hears the com from Timrok::  TO: Run simulations on all known dimensional shifters.

XO_David says:
*TO* Try and see if the computer can predict if the modulating force field can stop shifters.

Host Gloorg says:
@::Scratches his lobe, mumbling for a moment:: COM Elara: We are traders and sellers in this region.  The fact that there is a Starfleet presence may somewhat "affect" our profit here.

TO_Timrok says:
::Taps the console in the brig and brings up specifications of the oily substance left by the intruders::

FCO_VanSickle says:
*CEO* How are the engines after my "Maverick" maneuver?

XO_David says:
::Looks at the CO as if to say "He's lying, big time"::

OPS_Fey says:
CO: Sir, I am picking up a .009 energy phase variance.

CTO_Valar says:
*CEO* Ross, I'll need back-up power to the tractors and weapons.

CSO_Hall says:
Computer: Computer scan the entity.  ::Looks up at the view screen in front of him and notices that he is cutting directly over an access port:: To Self:  A few more minutes of cutting and I can get through to the brain of the entity.

CEO_Ross says:
*FCO* Oh just great Eric!  Try and take it easy on them from now on!

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: If you were operating within the regulations, you would have nothing to worry about now would you?  Therefore, I want the truth, and I want it NOW!

XO_David says:
::Ss on his feet and at the OPS console looking over the data::

FCO_VanSickle says:
*CEO* I'll try, Ross.

CEO_Ross says:
*CTO* Understood Valar.  Transferring power now.

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Monitor and record all data.

Host Gloorg says:
@COM Elara: And if you do not let us loose I will get the Nagus himself on the channel and we can see how you will handle this after treating me this way.

CTO_Valar says:
*CEO* Thank you, Ross.  I am ready to blow these Ferengi back to Ferenginar.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::To Self:: Nagus Rom?

CEO_Ross says:
*CTO* Excellent!  ::Twiddles fingers...hehehe::

TO_Timrok says:
::Walks to the replicator and programs it to replicate 3 tubs of the aforementioned oil, each about the same volume as a humanoid::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: Get the Nagus.  Nagus Rom will just tell you to tell me the truth.  No profit in lying to someone that could easily blow you to space dust now is there?

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Thinks that guy's a pushover::

CMO_Jo says:
::Watches Gloorg’s body language knows that he is hiding something, but what?::

Host Gloorg says:
@::Flinches:: COM Elara: But I have told you the truth.  I am here making a profit!!!

XO_David says:
OPS: Any idea on where these readings are coming from?

TO_Timrok says:
::Places each tub in its own cell and activates the force fields::

CTO_Valar says:
::Notices a .12 variance in the tractor beam.  Taps console to correct::

OPS_Fey says:
CO: That .009 variance seems to be an energy trail, but it's not the ship we were tracking and it is headed further into Arkonn space.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: Let's start from the beginning again.  Who are you?

CEO_Ross says:
::Also notes a the variance in the tractor beams but sees that it is corrected::

Host Gloorg says:
@COM Elara: Gloorg of the ShikVick, out of Ferenginar.

TO_Timrok says:
::Leaves Brig and heads to Holodeck one::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: Very good.  Now, why were you following my vessel, Gloorg?

CEO_Ross says:
::Picks up a strange reading from the pre-plasma burn warp initiators.  Starts a diagnostic on them::

XO_David says:
OPS: How far can you track that variance?

CSO_Hall says:
::Reaches access port.  Picks up a cleaning instrument and cleans the area around the access port.  He then reaches for a linking cord and runs one from the entity's brain to his tricorder::

CTO_Valar says:
::Watches the view screen as the Ferengi tries to worm his way out of this situation::

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Allows his XO handle the variance for the moment::

Host Gloorg says:
@::Sighs:: COM Elara: Because... because, like I said, a Federation vessel in the area would affect my profit. I wanted to see where you were going.

TO_Timrok says:
*CEO* Timrok to Ross.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: I wonder what his profit motif is.

CEO_Ross says:
*TO* Rachmaninoff here.  What is it, Timrok?

CSO_Hall says:
::Reads data on the tricorder and deciphers it.  Then he taps his com badge::  XO: Hall to Cmdr. Harison.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: I'm only going to ask you one more time, so you better give me the truth.  WHY were YOU following my ship?  If you were simply worried about profits, you wouldn't need to worry about us  unless you were doing something illegal.

XO_David says:
*CSO* Go ahead.

CTO_Valar says:
::Looks at the Ferengi on the view screen and raises one eyebrow after hearing the Captain's comment::

OPS_Fey says:
::Boosts scan::  XO: All I can determine right now, Sir is that it continues to head further into Arkonn space.

FCO_VanSickle says:
OPS: It could be another faction or their aide.

TO_Timrok says:
*CEO* To your knowledge, would it be possible to create a second force field around the existing ones in the brig to make the original one invisible to sensors?

XO_David says:
OPS: Does it curve or make course deviations?

Host Gloorg says:
@::Angered:: COM Elara: Because I thought you were going to attack the Imperial Navy and thus ruin my transportation of weapons to THEM!!!!!!  ::The entire Ferengi crew stares at him and mumbles Ferengi curses as he realizes that he just blew their cover::

OPS_Fey says:
::Nods agreement with the FCO.::

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Weapons trafficking!  Serious offense!

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Thinks: There we go::  COM ShikVick: I see.  So now we have you admitted to at least one violation.  What else would you like to tell me?

XO_David says:
::Looks at Gloorg with surprise::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Why don't I just blow these Ferengi back to Ferenginar?

CSO_Hall says:
*XO* Sir, I have reached the brain of the entity.  Apparently, its program was to drain the Outposts energy so that its systems could continue to operate.  If the CO finds it necessary, I can reprogram it to use it to our advantage toward the aliens.  This would level the playing fields to say.

CEO_Ross says:
*TO* Yes, Ensign that would be possibility but what purpose would that be for? I could just modulate the original force field pushing its ion dispersion rate beyond the ability of our sensors to detect.

XO_David says:
*CSO* So this thing is essentially a bio-weapon?

Host Gloorg says:
@::Slumps in his chair:: COM Elara: That's... all.

Host Gloorg says:
@<OPS> ::Throws his hands in the air:: Gloorg: Nice going!

CSO_Hall says:
*XO* Yes, Sir.

XO_David says:
CO: Sir, the CSO believes the entity can be reprogrammed to our advantage.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: Are you sure that is everything Gloorg?  ::Stares unblinkingly at him::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Is impressed with the Captain's negotiating style::

TO_Timrok says:
*CEO* Well, I’m thinking if the aliens can’t detect the force field they wont be able to find a way through it.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Or is that interrogation style::

OPS_Fey says:
CO: The .009 trail has disappeared and though I cannot be positive, it seems to be heading for the Lithos system.

Host Gloorg says:
@::Glares:: COM Elara: Yes, that's everything!

CMO_Jo says:
::Still watching the Ferengi on the view screen and is sure there is more he is not telling us::

XO_David says:
*CSO* Is there a phase variance from the entity?

CEO_Ross says:
*CTO/TO* I will get to work on that force field right away!

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: How many life signs do you detect on that ship?

CTO_Valar says:
*CEO* Acknowledged.

CSO_Hall says:
*XO* Nom Sir.  I detect no phase variance.

XO_David says:
*CSO* All right.  Stand by.

Host CO_Torbin says:
XO: Have him begin necessary arrangements to reprogram it but I will only use it as an absolute last resort.

XO_David says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host Gloorg says:
@<Ferengi> ::Throws stuff at their stupid Captain::

CEO_Ross says:
::Leaves LtJG. Johnson in charge and proceeds to the Brig and begins modifications::

XO_David says:
*CSO* Prepare to reprogram the entity.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Grins at view screen::

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Waits for response from OPS::

OPS_Fey says:
CO: 78 on the Ferengi ship, no reading on.... Sir, I am receiving a distress signal!

XO_David says:
::Looks at OPS::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Perks up::

CEO_Ross says:
::Changes the ion dispersion rate from 4.32 ppm to 1.23 ppm and increases the field variance::

CSO_Hall says:
*XO* Aye, Sir.  I am erasing its original programming now.  What should I reprogram it to do, Sir?

CSO_Hall says:
::Initiates format while talking::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM ShikVick: Gloorg, under the authority given to me by Federation Law, I am placing you and your crew under arrest and confiscating your ship.

XO_David says:
*CSO* Anything that will help us fight off the dimensional shifters.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Make arrangements for Cargo Bay 2 to be converted into a holding cell.

TO_Timrok says:
::Quickly heads back to the Brig::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Move that vessel into Shuttle Bay 1.

Host Gloorg says:
@COM Elara: Right, sure.  ::Is hit in the lobe and growls::

CSO_Hall says:
*XO* Aye, Sir.

OPS_Fey says:
::Boosts power to communications::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: And cut this channel and put the distress call on screen.

OPS_Fey says:
::Cuts the Ferengi off and changes COM:: CO: On screen, Sir.

CTO_Valar says:
*Lewis* Valar to Lewis.  Convert Cargo bay two into a holding cell.  Dispatch 8 security teams and erect a level 5-force field around the cargo bay.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Sees Admiral Yod on the view screen::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: The distress call comes onscreen.  It's Admiral Yod.  Static attacks the screen as Yod is shown holding onto a chair on her Bridge.  Her ship is under heavy attack.

CEO_Ross says:
::Also decides to modify the force fields in the cargo bays just incase.  Proceeds to cargo bay two::

CTO_Valar says:
*Lewis* Prepare to receive prisoners.

Host CO_Torbin says:
XO: ::Turns to his XO and grins::  Question this Gloorg further once he is secured in the Cargo Bay.  I have a feeling he wasn't totally truthful.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%COM Elara: This is... ::Static::... Yod... ::Static::... under heavy... ::Static::... attack!

CTO_Valar says:
<Lewis> CTO: Aye, Sir.

XO_David says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Turns to see Admiral Yod on the view screen as he moves back to his chair::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Prepares to adjust course to intercept::

CTO_Valar says:
*TO* Timrok, Report to Cargo Bay two and assume command of the security teams.

OPS_Fey says:
::Attempts to boost the communications signal, again::

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: How far away is Admiral Yod's ship?

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%COM Elara: ::Static::  Rothos system ::Static::  Can't hold out…::Static::..longer...

TO_Timrok says:
*CTO* Aye, I'm on my way.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: Static entirely fills the screen, and then the communication is cut.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Brings up the star charts on his console::

CEO_Ross says:
::Finishes up the modifications to the force fields in the cargo bays::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Tries to locate the Rothos System::

TO_Timrok says:
::Turns about and heads for the cargo bay::

XO_David says:
::Frowns as Yod disappears from the view screen::

CMO_Jo says:
CO: May I make a suggestion?

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Tractoring Ferengi vessel into Shuttle Bay one.

TO_Timrok says:
To Self: I’m wearing a hole in the carpet here.

CEO_Ross says:
::Proceeds to the Bridge::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CMO: Of course, Doctor.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Sir, I have a course laid in for the Rothos system.

OPS_Fey says:
::Turns to the FCO, waiting for his evaluation of the distance::

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS/FCO: How far away is the Rothos system?

TO_Timrok says:
::Arrives outside the cargo bay and sees Lt. Lewis:: Lewis: you’re relieved.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Acknowledged.

CMO_Jo says:
CO: For his own safety it might be a good idea to remove the Ferengi Captain from the rest of his crew.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Transporting crew from the Ferengi vessel in Shuttle bay one to Cargo Bay two.

CEO_Ross says:
::Exits the turbo lift and walks over to the engineering station seeing as it becomes active as he arrives::

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: I have it at ::Looks at calculations:: 10 minutes at max warp.

Host CO_Torbin says:
XO: When you question the Ferengi Captain have him transported directly to the brig for his own "safety".

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Nods to CMO: CMO: Good idea.

CTO_Valar says:
<Lewis> TO: Aye, Sir.  ::Leaves cargo bay two and heads back to the security office::

CSO_Hall says:
::Begins to reprogram the entity.  Inputs orders to intercept any aliens that infiltrate the Elara and to hold them in a force field that can block their means of transport::  XO:  I have reprogrammed the entity to intercept any aliens that infiltrate the Elara.  IT should initiate a type of force field that can hold the alien on the ship.

Host CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Engage, at maximum warp!

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Prepare for battle, we have an Admiral to save!

OPS_Fey says:
CO: Rothos is exactly 34 minutes at warp 9.0

XO_David says:
CO: Yes, Sir.  ::Heads for the turbo lift::

XO_David says:
*CSO* Good work!

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Engages at warp 9::

CEO_Ross says:
::Readies the ship's systems for battle::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir!  All weapons and shields are at maximum.

CMO_Jo says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

XO_David says:
::Enters the turbo lift:: Brig.

CSO_Hall says:
::Nods to the XO's last words::

CEO_Ross says:
CO: ALL auxiliary and back-up power cores are online.

XO_David says:
*TR1* Chief, prepare to beam the Ferengi Captain to the brig.

Host CO_Torbin says:
*SHIPWIDE* Attention all hands!  This is the Captain.  We are about to engage in battle to save Admiral Yod.  This could have a large impact on Federation negotiation efforts in this Sector so we must prevail.  Defeat is NOT an option.  Captain Torbin, out.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: And a short time warp later... the Elara arrives in the Rothos system and in the midst of battle.  10 vessels of the Legitimate Government with about 13 vessels of the Imperial Navy.

Host CO_Torbin says:
CEO/CTO: If you can spare them, I'd like a mixed engineering and security team to go over that Ferengi vessel with a fine-toothed comb.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Coming out of warp now.

CEO_Ross says:
::Dispatches two engineering teams to the shuttle bay....nods at Valar as she does the same::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Security teams have been dispatched to the shuttle bay.

XO_David says:
::Enters turbo lift:: Shuttle bay 1

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: Two Imperial vessels come flying at the Elara, weapons blaring.

Host CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Open a channel to all vessels in this area.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Initiates evasive pattern Van Sickle Beta 322::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO/FCO: I believe you two know what to do?

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir!  ::Grins and targets the Imperial vessels and fires phasers::

CEO_Ross says:
CTO: Shields are at maximum!

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: The Elara is bombarded, frontal shields drop to 89%.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Brings the ship around to attack pattern Alpha 33::

CEO_Ross says:
::Feels the ship shake:: CTO: Or they were….

XO_David says:
::Grabs the bulkhead as he tries to steady himself::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: A third Imperial vessel comes up on the aft side, but the FCO's peculiar evasive techniques manage to get the Elara around the attacking ships.

TO_Timrok says:
*XO* I'll meet you there.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Switching to photon torpedoes and firing!  ::Switches to photon torpedoes and fires::

CEO_Ross says:
::Tries to keep the warp core pressure stable::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Vessels:  Attention Imperial Navy vessels!  You are hereby ordered to leave this area immediately and cease the attack on the fleet under the command of Admiral Yod.  Failure to comply will result in our joining the battle.  You have 1 minute to comply.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: An already severely damaged Imperial vessel is barraged by torpedoes and explodes suddenly throwing the two other Imperial vessels around.

XO_David says:
::Enters the Shuttle bay and heads for the Ferengi vessel::

CTO_Valar says:
::Obtains target lock on the lead Imperial ship but holds fire for the time being::

OPS_Fey says:
::Switches extra power to the shields and weapons::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Picks out another Imperial vessel to pick on::

Host CO_Torbin says:
ALL: If, after 60 seconds, the Imperial Navy has not left, we will join the battle fully on the side of the Legitimate Government ships.

TO_Timrok says:
::Follows XO with the security teams::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Readies attack pattern Delta 226::

CEO_Ross says:
::Nods at the Captain::

XO_David says:
Ferengi: Who's in charge here?

CTO_Valar says:
::Waits for the Captain's order to fire on the lead ship::

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: I'm way ahead of you, Sir.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
<Ens. Lynch> ::Rushes out to greet the XO from the Ferengi vessel:: XO: Sir, we just downloaded some data from the Ferengi vessel and well, you won't believe it!

CSO_Hall says:
::Makes final checks on the entity after replacing the covering.  It is ready for use on command of the CO::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Vessels:  You're time is up!

XO_David says:
Lynch: Let’s see it!

CMO_Jo says:
::Does a quick visual scan of the room then looks back at the Captain::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: The battle continues to rage as the Imperial vessels begin to draw back somewhat due to the Elara's sudden appearance but they aren't retreating yet.

Host CO_Torbin says:
ALL: Let's clean some house shall we?

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Activates pattern::

CEO_Ross says:
*Main Engineering* Damage control teams report to decks four through nine.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Admiral Yod: Admiral, to borrow an old Earth phrase, the cavalry has arrived!

Host Admiral_Yod says:
<Ens. Lynch> ::Hands the XO a PADD:: XO: It describes the exact same ship we were following as having had something to do with the fall of the Arkonn government. The Ferengi were observing them.

OPS_Fey says:
::Cuts power to all unnecessary systems::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: If you don't mind me saying so, Sir, but it's about time!  ::Fires a full spread of photon torpedoes at the lead Imperial vessel::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%::Holds onto chair:: COM Elara: Thank the Gods!

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Looks at navigational sensors to pick out the next target::

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO/FCO: Focus on the ships presenting the biggest threats to Admiral Yod's fleet.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Switches to rotating targeting scanners and begins rapid phaser fire::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: The lead Imperial ship is about to fire a devastating shot on Yod's ship, which would destroy it, but is suddenly sent into a 360 by the Elara's torpedo barrage.

XO_David says:
::Looks at the PADD and gets really mad:: TO: Secure these Ferengi!  They aren't to breathe without a security officer helping them!

CEO_Ross says:
::Is rocked by the explosion::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::flies rings around the attacking Imperials on Yod's flagship::

XO_David says:
*CO* Captain!  The ship we were trailing apparently has some link to the collapse of the Arkonnian Empire!

TO_Timrok says:
XO: Understood.

TO_Timrok says:
::Begins herding the Ferengi crew into a corner::

XO_David says:
::Grabs the bulkhead to steady himself and then heads for the brig::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
<Ens. Lynch> XO: They claim they caught a data node from one of the alien vessel's probes and gathered some data on their operation here.

Host CO_Torbin says:
*XO* Nice work Number 1.  I knew they were hiding something.  I want to know everything and if that means bending the regulations on questioning prisoners some then do so.

TO_Timrok says:
Ferengi1: Move it, big ears!

CTO_Valar says:
::Switches to torpedoes again and fires several volleys::

XO_David says:
Lynch: Find that data node as quickly as you can.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: With the lead ship destroyed, the remaining Imperial ships come about and go running back to their Imperial... um, mommies.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Does a loop de loop to do an overhead attack on one of the ships::

Host CO_Torbin says:
::Grins evilly::

TO_Timrok says:
XO: When do we get to start beating on them?

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: The Ferengi move off.

Host CO_Torbin says:
ALL: Looks like they don't want to play anymore.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Sir, the Imperial vessels are retreating.

CEO_Ross says:
CO: Guess you could say that.

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: They're no fun.

XO_David says:
TO: Follow me.  We have a Ferengi to talk to.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
<Lynch> XO: Sir, these aliens were apparently doing it so the factions would wipe each other out so they could take over the remaining space.  Or so the captured node says. ::Shrugs::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Admiral Yod: Admiral, are all of your ships still warp capable?

CTO_Valar says:
::Looks at her fingers and notices smoke coming from the tips::

TO_Timrok says:
::Follows the XO::

CEO_Ross says:
::Looks at Valar inspecting her fingers and laughs a bit::

XO_David says:
Lynch: Good work!  Secure the Ferengi vessel.  Take its engines and weapons offline.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%::Stretches:: COM Elara: It appears so.  I believe you shall be receiving our finest wines for this Captain. ::Slightly injured::

CTO_Valar says:
::Blows on her fingertips slightly::

CSO_Hall says:
::Leaves the Science Lab and walks up to turbo lift and enters:: Bridge!

Host Admiral_Yod says:
<Lynch> ::Salutes::  XO: Aye, Sir!

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Looks back at Valar, makes a gesture like blowing smoke from the barrel of a gun::

CTO_Valar says:
::Grins::

CEO_Ross says:
::Laughs::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM: Admiral Yod: Admiral.  In that case, I invite your fleet to join us in proceeding back to Outpost 725 and you to beam over with your senior staff to share that wine with us.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Chuckles::

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Admiral: I also have come across some information that I think you will find interesting.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%COM Elara: Acknowledged.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Shall I stand down Red Alert?

XO_David says:
*CO* Sir, the unknown vessels MADE the Arkonnian Empire collapse so that they could take over the territory when the factions wiped each other out!

Host CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Just to Yellow for the moment.  We do have a bunch of Ferengi around and an alien vessel unaccounted for.

CSO_Hall says:
::Enters Bridge and walks over to Valar::  CTO: I take it we won since we are still here.

CEO_Ross says:
::Has his damage repair teams move to the areas that need repair what little damages there are::

XO_David says:
::Heads for the turbo lift with Timrok:: Brig!

OPS_Fey says:
CO: The alien’s trail has disappeared.

CTO_Valar says:
CSO: Acknowledged. ::Waves her fingers at Will then stands down Red Alert::

Host CO_Torbin says:
*XO* Nice work Number 1.  Make sure you gather all of this into a report I can take to Starfleet.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%::Looks interested::

XO_David says:
*CO* Aye, Sir.

CEO_Ross says:
::Looks around at the Bridge crew and smiles::

CSO_Hall says:
CO: I have successfully reprogrammed the entity.  It is ready at your command.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Admiral Yod: How about an informal dinner party in, say...4 hours onboard the Elara?

XO_David says:
::Enters the Brig with Timrok and looks for the Ferengi Captain::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%COM Elara: I would be glad to.  Shall we move along?  I would like to get back to the Outpost as soon as possible.

Host CO_Torbin says:
COM Admiral Yod: Certainly.  If any of your ships require assistance in damage repair, I'm sure we can find some engineers able to assist.

TO_Timrok says:
::Moves to the force field controls::

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Frankly, Sir I agree with the Admiral.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%::Smiles proudly:: COM Elara: We can make it.

Host CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Lay in a course back to the Outpost and pass along course to Admiral Yod's fleet.

CTO_Valar says:
::Begins running level 3 diagnostics on the weapons and shield systems::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Plots course for Outpost 725::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Transmits to the Arkonns::

FCO_VanSickle says:
CO: Course laid-in and transmitted, Sir.

CEO_Ross says:
::Readies the warp engines:: CO: Warp engines are ready, Sir.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
%::Receives course and prepares to go to warp:: COM Elara: On your word, Captain.

XO_David says:
::Finds the Ferengi Captain:: Gloorg: You and I have some talking to do.

Host CO_Torbin says:
*SHIPWIDE*  Attention all hands!  This is the Captain.  I wish to congratulate all of you on a fine job during the battle.  We were able to save Admiral Yod and her fleet.  Nice work.

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Prepares to hit the engage button::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
<Gloorg> ::Looks up frightened:: XO: Heh... um... oh...

Host CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Engage. COM Admiral Yod: Engage as soon as you are ready, Admiral.

CTO_Valar says:
::Smiles and nods to the Captain::

FCO_VanSickle says:
::Engages at warp 6::

TO_Timrok says:
::Disengages force field::

XO_David says:
::Cracks knuckles::

TO_Timrok says:
XO: Go on Sir!  Get him!

CSO_Hall says:
::Walks to Science Station 1 and resumes his duties::

Host Admiral_Yod says:
ACTION: And then with the truth about the collapse of the Arkonn Empire gathered, the aliens gone, the Imperial Navy defeated and Yod secured, the Elara and the Legitimate fleet jump off into warp.

Host CO_Torbin says:
*XO* Number 1, tell him if he doesn't talk to you, I'll be happy to come and "speak" to him.

Host Admiral_Yod says:
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