Cosmo says:
=/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10602.26 - "Trans-Danger Part III" =/\=
Cosmo says:
The Elara is limping it's way out of federation space towards the Neutral Zone. The ship is badly  damaged and the sphere, ironically, has the exact systems on low-working condition that keep the  Elara in front of it, impulse engines.
Cosmo says:
The crew is busy repairing at least some of the damage and trying to maintain the ship steady on  it's course.

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

Terry Imrie is Captain Joseph Timrok (CO – Commanding Officer)
Peter Saunders is Commander Peter Pazoski (XO – Executive Officer)
Eldad Ben-Tovim is Commander Maor (CIV – Starfleet Intelligence Specialist)
Scott Knight is Lieutenant JG Iain Sollo (FCO – Flight Control Officer)
Rob Lemmens is Lieutenant JG Nathaniel Nelson (CSO – Chief Science Officer)
Einar Sigurðsson is Ensign Jeremiah Porter (CNS – Counselor)

Cosmo Starbuck is Captain Rockford

Stardate: 10602.26
Arc Title: “Trans-Danger”
Part: Three
(Guest) Ship Manager: Cosmo Starbuck (Monitored by Lilia Perfeito)
Arc Creator: Cosmo Starbuck

Cosmo says:
=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=RESUME MISSION=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
::pacing the bridge ::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::at the helm trying to get the ship the hell away from the sphere at full impulse::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::in Sickbay, washing the blood of his hands and white from exhaustion::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::On his way to the escape pods, trying to get some things set up to make sure they're safe if needed.::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: Sir, they've picked up speed, I don't think I can get away from them without warp engines.
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Sitting at tactical, looking at his console, a nervous eye on the distance indication to the sphere::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::working with a group of stressed looking engineers loading photon torpedoes, along with transport inhibitors and specially modified tricorders into the escape pods::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: understood
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::Dries his hands, and puts his uniform jacket back on, after removing his blood stained robe::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: With all due respect sir, get us engines or get us shields... they'll be in transporter range in two minutes.
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Glances at his weapon status indicator, to see whether there has been any change::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::taps his commbadge::*Bridge*: Counselor Porter to the Bridge, I have received my orders and am on my way now. Porter out.
CIV_Cmdr_maor says:
::At a random isolated office, working on adjusting several dozen tricorders alone::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: we'll do what we can
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::walks out into the corridor and moves to the nearest TL::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::fingers flying all over the flight console trying to keep the Elara one step ahead of the approaching Borg::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Starts placing transport inhibitors in each of the escape pods, trying to keep his mind on his word, rather than on how to escape from the Borg.::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
TL: Waste extraction.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*All Crew* The Borg are gaining - finalise preparations and get ready for confrontation with Borg drones, take ANY action necessary to avoid capture by the Borg
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::nods to an engineer as he walks by checking a pod:: *CO*: Pazoski to Timrok, we have managed to load 18 escape pods with our explosive package, if they are to be effective the Borg are going to have to tractor most of them onto their hull at the same time.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::feels his heartbeat as he hears the Captain's message::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::tries a few desperate evasive twists and turns::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Sighs as he sees weapons and shield status, meanwhile hearing the conversation between the CO and FCO. His hand tightens around the little hand phaser he holds::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Listens to the message and checks his phaser:: *CO*: Sir, please be advised we have not yet been able to equip each and every escape pod with transport inhibitors.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::Steps out onto the deck and starts running to waste extraction::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*XO* understood
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*CSO*: We are out of time, we'll just have to make do with what we have
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::raises his fist to thump his console then remembers what happened last time so he just reaches under it and grabs his phaser::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The Borg Sphere beams in drones on the Elara as soon as it reaches transporter range
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
Ensign_Phoenix: Is all our waste and excess materials ready for transport?
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
*CO*: Affirmative sir. ::Starts working on the last two on his deck.::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
<Ens. Phoenix> CNS: Yes sir, we have everything ready.
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
<SO_Sharp>::Notices an alarm on his console.:: *CSO*: Sir, we have intruder warnings on all decks. I suspect the Borg are beaming onto the Elara.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
Phoenix: All right, have all your mean standing by. We need to open all airlocks as soon as it's all in place.
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
All: This is it.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
All: This is it, grab your weapons and stay alive.
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::picks up his phaser rifle that is resting on the bulkhead as he hears the intruder alert sound, takes a moment to make sure it is set to a rotating modulation and heads off down the corridor::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks around the bridge, ready to fire at any intruders that might enter it::
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: Intruder alert claxons are heard all over the ship. But where are they?
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::nods as the Waste Extraction officers stand by to jettison everything we have::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::his blood runs cold as he hears the klaxon and he grabs his phaser and sets it to most definitely kill mode::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: OK, no point in running any more, all stop. transmit mayday on all channels
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Tightens his grip on the phaser a bit more, his thumb on the fire button not pressing it just yet. One eye quickly glances at the intruder alert messages::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Makes the final preparations and arms his phaser:: *SO*: Thank you. Please see whether you can pinpoint the locations. Work together with tactical on this please, I'll be heading to the bridge again. ::Starts to move slowly along the corridors.::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*All Crew* Begin jettisoning debris and launch escape pods
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: Aye sir.. ::hits the brakes and sends an SOS on all frequencies::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
<SO_Sharp> ::Sees another warning:: *CSO*: Sir! Main Engineering, I repeat, they're in main Engineering.!
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
*Bridge*: Porter to Bridge. We are ready on our end.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
All: You heard him! Do it!
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
*CO*: Captain, I've finished modifying the tricorders per your request. Awaiting your farther instructions, ::Glances towards the doors as he hears the announcement concerning the Borg, he sighs and picks up the phaser rifle he had laying at his feet. He checks the settings and begins to arrange the tricorders to order::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
*TO*: Ensign, can we have a security detail in Main Engineering? Apparently we have guests there. ::Lurks around a corner.::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
Computer: Activate Auto self destruct 45 minutes, authorisation Timrok beta 9-2
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
*CSO*: They should be en-route already, they have been dispatched... ::Taps a button on his console to dispatch some more security to Engineering:: And more is on the way now...
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::his hands start sweating as he takes point in the doorway, guarding the corridor::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks around at the CO:: CO: Captain, permission to go to Main Engineering... ::Starts walking to the exit, fully prepared to leave no matter the answer::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: Permission to join the Security team?
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
*TO*: Thank you. Should I assist them? ::Moves on to the next corner, phaser ready to fire.::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO/TO: granted
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::nods and runs for the TL::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::checks the internal sensors to find out where the main trouble is, heads off towards ME::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
*CSO*: Myself and lieutenant Sollo are en-route.. ::Runs to the TL as well::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
TL: Main Engineering! ::Taps foot as the lift takes a moment to close::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The Borg plant several devices all over the ship
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::mumbles under his breath:: Self: I'm going to die.....no.. I'm going to be assimilated....oh god I don't want to be assimilated...
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Ignores that last message and finds his way to a nearby turbolift.:: TL: Main Engineering!
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
Computer: Site to site teleport of all tricorders in this office to every single escape pod according to program Maor, Seven, Nine, Delta.
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::having arrived on ME's deck walks towards ME, keeping an eye out::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks at the FCO:: FCO: Let's find some proper rifles... ::Exits the TL and runs to a weapons locker one block down the corridor::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The fake escape pods launch from the Elara and sway in space
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::runs after the TO:: TO: Grab some photon grenades while you're at it.
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Makes his way from the random office towards the bridge::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Arrives at the ME deck and waits for the doors to slide open. He kneels holding his phaser ready to fire in front of him::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::starts pondering the irony of thinking about taking his own life instead of being assimilated...being a Counselor::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Nods and takes a few, handing the FCO a rifle and a couple of grenades:: FCO: Thought I recommend we not use them inside main engineering... ::Turns and heads off again, checking his rifle as he goes, putting the grenades and additional power packs in his pockets::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::enters ME and surveys the area::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The Borg see the team and start engaging them
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks back and sees the frightened looks on the faces of the officers working, as they hide behind consoles with phaser rifles::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Is satisfied with his rifle's status, and looks ahead more carefully, and increases pace a bit, before looking around to make sure the FCO is still with him::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::watches a couple Borg approach him and fires a single shot at both::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::takes the grenades and sets them to emit a bright flash instead of actually exploding:: TO: Use them as thunder flashes, and be ready for anything!
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The Borg in engineering assault the positions the brave Elara crewmen have taken in a desperate battle for survival
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Enters the bridge, which is surprisingly pretty much empty save to the bare bone crew. He raises his eyebrow in question:: CO: Everyone chasing the Borg? ::Makes his way towards the center of the bridge, he surveys his surroundings, looking for any weakness::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Starts sneaking out of the TL and looks around corners again, aiming in the direction he is watching and quickly finds himself in main engineering... under fire.::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Nods and proceeds, approaching ME now, hearing heavy weapons fire:: FCO: Here goes nothing.... ::Raises his rifle, ready to fire::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: I’m afraid so
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
TO: On my count... grenade first then we go...
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::drops to the floor and rolls to cover, firing his phaser in the direction of the Borg while doing so.::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::shoots another Borg down as it approaches him and takes a look around, wondering what the Borg are doing::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
All: Stay here...and stay alive. ::steps out into the corridor and slowly moves to the TL::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::readies a grenade and nods to the TO:: TO: NOW! ::throws the grenade and waits for the flash::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
FCO: NO, wait.. Those are federation phasers.. We don't want to blind our own guys.... ::Heads in to ME, takes aim and fires at the first Borg he sees::
Trish is now known as SM-Trish.
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods:: CO: I suggest we start locking out various decks, the Borg doesn't seem to have gained computer access yet. ::Glances around him:: Most importantly, the quarters area and the bridge.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
TL: Bridge.. and hurry.
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The fake escape pods reach close to the sphere
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
Self: Dammit! ::bolts into ME and fires on the first Borg in his line of sight::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::hears other familiar phaser fire.:: ALL: To any federation officer present. Identify yourself and give me your position. ::Fires another few times at the Borg.::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Sighs, and continues firing at Borg in his sight:: FCO: We'll, let's try not to use grenades from now then.. ::Rushes in further::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CSO: Nathaniel! Sollo! Keep your head down I'm coming to you!
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::arrives at the Bridge and hurries out of the TL::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: Very well, get started on it :: watches the progress of the escape pods closely on sensors, not even looking up as he answers Maor ::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks aside:: CSO: Brethren is here as well.. ::Fires off a few more shots::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::fires a few shots then rolls across a space between 2 consoles toward the CSO’s position::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
CO: Captain. ::nods as he moves to his chair and sits down::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The borg sphere beams one of the pods in it's holds
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
FCO/TO: Guys, damn glad to see you here. What's the situation? I heard the fireing. ::Aims and fire a few more shots himself.::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The pod blows up in the Sphere's holds doing only slight damage
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Makes his way towards the OPS console, he begins working on the various orders he suggested. Upon his sweet with the internal sensors of the decks he notices something particular:: CO: Captain, you were informed of the various devices the Borg has placed in all across the ship. Correct?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CSO: Nelson! Covering fire! ::gets ready to make a break for the CSO::
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: yes, that was noted :: looks up at Maor curiously ::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks at the CIV and shakes his head:: Self: Can this get any worse...what are they up to?
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Nods and starts firing:: FCO: Quick! They're with too many.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: has anyone recoveredone of these devices?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::runs as the CSO fires and dives behind the console next to him::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Slowly crawls forward a bit to see how many are left, firing another few shots across Main Engineering::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The borg sphere fires it's beams and torpedoes at the remaining pods realising the treatchery
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
TO: Ensign... care to join us? ::Keeps firing::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::gasps as he watches the viewscreen:: CO: Got a plan B?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::coordinates his fire with the CSO so when the CSO isn't firing he is::
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Nods, then heads for the CSO's location, firing his rifle while running there, ducked::
Cosmo says:
ACTION: After some fighting, the brave crewmen clear Engineering and find a small gift there, a borg device not bigger then a suitcase, but firmly tapped in the ground
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods:: CO: Further scans of this things appear to be some sort of a impulse engine inhibitors, so we're pretty much dead in the water at this point. ::Glances up towards the Captain's direction, with your permissions I'll start locking out the various decks and in fact attempt to lock those Borg in controlled environments?
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: ok
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::holds his phaser rifle closely, ready to fire if needed::
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods, be begins locking out areas where he detects only borg signs::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::While making sure the TO isn't hit, he spots a strange device on one of the walls.:: TO/FCO: Have you noticed them?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CSO: You're the scientist, what do you reckon they are?
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CNS: that was our best shot
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::nods to the Captain:: CO: Then all that's left is the self destruct..how long do we have?
Cosmo says:
ACTION: In the blink of an eye, the borg instantly stop in their place for a moment then beam out back to the Sphere
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks at the device, curious as to what it is designed to do, not liking it any bit::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Tries to narrow his eyes:: FCO: Trouble, that's for sure. I believe they use these devices to transform the Elara to one of their spheres or cubes, if I remember correctly. I need to get a closer look to be sure.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CNS: twenty minutes, but i dont intend to let that happen, i would rather drive the Elara through that Borg sphere
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::notices the borg beamout:: CSO: Umm Nathaniel... could they be bombs?
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::grins at the Captain:: CO: Well, we die either way..going out with style...I like that.
Cosmo says:
ACTION: The devices still hold firm on the Elara and no transports to get them out are attempted by the sphere
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks around, wondering what they are leaving for:: CSO: Got a tricorder on you?
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::frowns:: FCO: Bombs? Why would they use bombs? That is nothing for the Borg. Perhaps they remotely assimilate. ::He looks aside and nods at the TO:: TO: Yes, don't leave home without one. ::Moves closer to the device on the wall.::
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances up:: CO: Confirming that the Borg has indeed left the ship, still holding their current location near us. On another note, the devices remain at their current location on the Elara. Almost seems like they're waiting for something.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*XO* Whats the situation down there?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CSO: Seems a bit strange that they's plant the devices then just leave...
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
CIV: Well atleast they've left the ship.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: this doesn't fit regular Borg behaviour, why hold us here?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
ALL: Evacuate Main engineering! CSO: I'm not taking any chances, something's not right.
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::walks back into the area of space occupied by the FCO, CSO and TO after making a little detour:: All: Whats going on here.
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods at the CNS's direction, he glances down as he notices text change:: CO: Captain, the Borg are powering up their warp engines. ::Glances up in curiosity:: I have a bad feeling about this, my theory? Something bigger is coming.
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks around at the XO as he enters:: XO: The Borg cleared out, but left a little souvenir.. ::Points::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
*CO*: Engineering appears to be clear sir ::notices the box:: although the Borg appear to have left something.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV:but they have us
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Gets close enough to scan the device:: FCO: Hold your posittion. I do not believe they are used to harm us. It appears like they are inhibitors of some kind.
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CSO: Inhibit what?
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CO: Whatever reason it is, we'll know soon enough. I'll try to find the ETA of our support vessels::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::his mind starts to wander...how would he look with Borg implants...then he shudders and grabs his rifle even tighter::
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
FCO: Never mind. I think we can safely remove them. I detect no plasma or explosive content. Although I don't believe they are that silly. Who is brave enough to assist me and try?
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*XO* We beleive they are impulse inhibitors The Borg are holding us here
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CNS: We couldn't even ram them with only manouvering thrusters
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
*CO*: Any idea why sir?  Normally the Borg would just assimilate this vessel.
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
CO: That's true...can we attempt to get these things off, restore impulse?
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*XO* Negative, this is very new behaviour for Borg
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: nods to Porter :: *XO* we need to deactivate those devices
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
*CO*: I believe Lt Nelson is about to try it sir, I will keep you apprised.
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Turns around:: XO/FCO/TO: Well??? Why do I have to do this all by myself?
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CSO: What have you got?
TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks around a bit, then turns to the XO:: XO: I don't think I am needed here anymore.. Permission to return to my station on the bridge..
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CNS: have there been any reports ofcrew abducted by the Borg?
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::checks his console and brings up the latest reports::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CSO: Well you are the scientist Mr Nelson, what help do you need? ::steps forward::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
CO: No sir, thankfully we are all here.
Cosmo says:
ACTION: Many light years away from our heroes, the USS Caesar reaches the borg probe
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: shakes hishead atthe strangnessof the Borg's actions :: Computer: Pause auto self destruct
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
XO: A little help, this one is to big for just me. Place your hands there and there ::points:: And pull on three.:: places his hands on the other side.::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::lets out a sigh as the Captain pauses the self destruct::
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CO: I'd hate to be the bearer of more bad news, but our communication devices, LRS and SRS are currently out.
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::does as the CSO says:: CSO: I hope you know what you are doing...
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: If we didnt have bad news today we would have no news at all
CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Smiles nervously:: XO: No, but this seems the be the only action we can do. I can say it should be safe. Ready? ::Doesn't wait for a reply:: One... two... THREE! ::Pulls::
XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::gives the CSO a non impressed look and pulls::
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CO: Captain, incoming hail from the USS Caesar. ::Gestures towards the main viewscreen:: On screen.
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: looks up toward the viewscreen ::
FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::goes off and looks for bodies and survivors::
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks up::
CaptainRockford says:
COM: USS Elara: Hello Captain.. we have just reached the borg probe
Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
COM: Ceasar: Its good to see a friendly face Captain
CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::reads up on the latest reports from Sickbay::
CaptainRockford says:
ACTION: The borg sphere warps out
CaptainRockford says:
COM: USS Elara: And we needed some information rega... ::in the background:: *SO Caesar*: Captain Rockford... we are receiveing something on our long range scanners
CaptainRockford says:
COM: USS Elara: *SO Caesar*: It's... a borg sphere, sir!
CaptainRockford says:
=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=PAUSE MISSION=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=

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