Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10603.05 - "Trans-Danger Part IV"=/\=

Host SM_Lilia says:
The USS Elara is still stopped in space while the busy engineers try to put the warp core back online.

Host SM_Lilia says:
In the mean time, the distress call from the USS Caesar still hangs in everyone's ears. What happened to them? Is it a coincidence that the sphere stopped chasing shortly after the Starfleet vessel was apparently attacked?

Host SM_Lilia says:
What is the Elara to do? They are failing in their mission of diverting the Borg from populated areas. And what of the probe the Caesar was to destroy?

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

Terry Imrie is Captain Joseph Timrok (CO – Commanding Officer)
Peter Saunders is Lieutenant Commander Peter Pazoski (XO – Executive Officer)
Eldad Ben-Tovim is Commander Maor (CIV – Starfleet Intelligence Specialist)
Michael Jones is Lieutenant Mathar Raythan (CMO – Chief Medical Officer)
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)
Tim S. is Ensign Brethren (TO – Tactical Officer)

Lilia Perfeito is Ensign Yellow & Ensign Alesi

Stardate: 10603.05
Arc Title: “Trans-Danger”
Part: Four
Ship Manager: Lilia Perfeito
Arc Creator: Cosmo Starbuck

Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=Begin Mission=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::at OPS OPSing::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::pours down the last of his Lemonade, after taking a quick shower::

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The senior staff of the Elara has been called for an emergency meeting in the conference lounge

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: sitting in the ready room reading through damage reports ::

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: ...to start in 5 minutes

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::places the glass back in the replicator and dematerializes it::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::heading for the Conference lounge::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Already in his usual seat, at least that's where he used to seat. Mumbling, he grunts as he takes one quick look around before returning to his PADD::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::walks out of his quarters and heads for the TL::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Arrives in the conference lounge in a somewhat crumpled looking uniform and obviously having not had any sleep::

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::enters the conference lounge looking tired, and takes his seat::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Still standing at his console on the bridge, too busy noticing everyone leaving.::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::heads to the Conference Room::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
TL: Conference Room please.

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Walking down the corridor to the conference room::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: sets down his PADD then gets up to head for the conference room ::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::enters Conference Room, and sits down in one of the free chairs::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::nearly bumps into Dalin as he rounds a corner:: OPS: Whoa... almost didn't see you there.

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::steps out of the TL and walks to the Conference room, nodding to people entering at the same time::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
ALL: How is everyone doing? ::Might be exhausted from trying to save the injured all day & night, but he's still the Doctor::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::enters the lounge and finds a seat::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::steps inside and takes his seat, his thoughts overwhelming him::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
FCO: Luckily it's almost and not didn't see you ::smiles::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Enters the conference room and nods at all present, not entirely comfortable, this being his first big briefing with senior staff::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Finally looks up from his work and notices that the bridge is occupied with backup personnel. He remembers the message about the meeting and quickly heads out of the bridge and runs to the conference room.::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
OPS: Still that seems to happen a lot round here.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
FCO: Perhaps because it's a very alarming time now.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::nods to the entering TO::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: arrives and enters into the conference room - taking a quick look to see that everyone is there ::

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::surveys the crew as they walk one by one into the room and wonders how they keep going knowing that all could very soon be lost::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Walks to some place near the back of the room so as to not being noticed too much in the crowd::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::sits comfortably and strokes his moustache::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
OPS: Who wouldn't be alarmed? we just had the Borg invade us.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Judging by the lack of responses to his question, he assumes they're all just exhausted::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Completely out of breath he arrives at the conference room. He looks around and finds an empty seat, that is not yet broken.::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::hears the CSO rushing into the Conference Room:: FCO: He's late again, as usual. ::shakes head::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::smiles and shows the CSO an empty seat::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::turns to CSO:: CSO: Late again? ::smiles::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::coughs a few times an sits down, still catching his breath. He just nods at the FCO.::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
All: I trust you are all familiar by now the situation and with what i mentioned in the mission brief, i brought you all here to get your input into how we can turn what we can learn from the Borg impulse inhibitors to our advantage, as well as any other ideas you may have

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks up at the Captain and wonders what he is thinking.. offense or defense::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Turns his attention to the captain and listens carefully::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Leans back into his chair and steeples hands::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
All: However although i want everyone’s input I don't want it all at the same time so i'll give each of you a chance, save your comments until its your turn

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::frowns::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::wonders if there's any way of... nah.. there'd be too many safeguards::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Chuckles:: CO: An aw inspiring rate of response, Captain.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: Mr. Maor, if you would like to start us off then

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Patiently waits until it is his turn, hoping to pick up more information as the briefing progresses::

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::taps a padd and stares at Maor::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::might have an idea but he'll keep it til his turn::

Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO Yellow>*CO*Yellow to Timrok, I know you are busy but perhaps you would like to know we have partial warp again. But we can only sustain it for minutes at a time

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*EO* Noted

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
Self: that's going to be a bumpy ride

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Glances at Maor::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks over at Commander Maor and waits for his input::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: joins the others in watching Maor ::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::waits::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods, he turns to glance at the direction of the rest of the crew:: All: According to what we've found out from the scans while the rest of you were busy engaging the Borg is that the energy pattern from the devices match standard Borg technology used primarily to block any impulse speeds. What we also know is that the devices have in layman’s terms "assimilated" the deck and therefore are now a crucial part of the current device

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Continues::: All: Therefore they cannot be easily removed or destroyed without damaging other systems.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
All: Which means, for now we're sitting ducking.. or dead in the water.. Whatever analogy you wish to pick.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::frowns:: Self: Damn, then I have to find out how to bypass the computer systems.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
All: However, from what I could find from the SF database. This is the first time any known ship has encountered such a technology.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Frowns, wondering if Borg programs are starting to infect their systems::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods:: All: So, we're on our own now.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CIV: OK :: Turns to Raythan ::CMO: Doctor do you have anything you would like to put forward?

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::makes notes in his PADD::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: I'm afraid there is nothing I can put forth to effectively deal with the Borg threat. However, I'm in the process of replicating the anti-nanite injections that Starfleet Medical has provided in the event of anyone being assaulted by the Borg, and thus injected with their assimilation nanites.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Turns:: ALL: As you know, this is the first stage of assimilation. I'll be sending out the anti-nanite injections to all medical stations throughout the ship. In the event of a full on assault by the Borg, provided they come on board, they are to be used on anyone who has been injected.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
ALL: They don't have immediate effect. Borg nanites are faster and more efficient. But they should help.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CMO: How effective are they? What can we expect from them?

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
ALL: I'd like you all to let your departments know about these. I'd rather the injections be used first rather than a "for their sake phaser burst."

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::nods to the CMO and informs his department by PADD immediately::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: Trials by Starfleet Medical indicated 96.5% success rate. Mr. Perjak who was infected with Borg nanite was given the injection, and is on the road to full recovery.

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CMO: Just out of interest... how long exactly is that road?

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: It goes without saying though that the Borg are fast learners. These new "impulse nullifiers" are a sure sign of that. They may have encountered the anti-nanite injection in the past on other Starfleet vessels and be working to nullify that too.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
FCO: His bodily systems should be fully clear in a day or so.

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Frowns as all those things are said, since many of the things mentioned would involve himself and his colleagues in an extensive way::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CMO: Thank you :: Turns to the CNS :: CNS: Ensign Porter - your turn

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::leans forward on the table and looks up at the Captain:: CO: Captain, I must strongly advice that we take our warp capable shuttles and fill them with any civilians onboard, and really good pilots. We need to contact Starfleet and let them know what has happened here and send them all the data we have gathered on these new Borg devices.

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::makes more notes::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
CO:  In short, the shuttles have warp and communications.. we don't. We need to call for reinforcements and stop them from bringing in more ships.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CNS: I will give that due consideration, anything else?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Raises an eyebrow in amusement, seems he underestimated the CNS's professionalism. Indeed very intriguing::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::leans back:: All: I think we need to think carefully about risking more lives, we need more ships. We need help if we want to stop this threat. Who knows what has happened to the Caesar.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Joins the CMO in nodding his agreement::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
All: That's all.

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CO: I have to agree with the Ensign here, we need to get our non combat personnel as far away from here as possible

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::nods in agreement and looks to the CO::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::reads his PADD with incoming reports::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CNS: OK, thank you   All: i remind you all that, the transwarp beacon is still out thereand every minute we delay increases the risk that more Borg may come this way  :: turns to the CSO:: CSO: your input please

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::feels a weight lifted from his chest as the crew seem to agree with him::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Takes out his padd and looks down for the system status to be reported::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
CO: There is only one thing I've learned from my experience with the borg. I agree to get the civilians out of here as soon as possible and as far as can be, but that will only be a matter of time. I've seen to much, witnessed to many things. I'm sorry sir, these are not the Borg I am familiar with.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Gives the CSO a concerned look::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
CO: There is little I can add to the ideas already brought about sir.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CSO: Surley, having there impulse inhibitors at our disposal to study must give us something to work from?

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Nods:: CO: Yes sir, but I've yet to put my mind and effort to it. I could give it a try, but again sir. This technology is unlike the technology I met with before.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::frowns::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks over at the CSO and wonders if this, and obviously previous experiences with the Borg are interfering with this ability to do his duty::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
CSO: Then get to it s soon as were done here, if we only worked with what we knew we would still be living in caves    :: turns to Sollo :: FCO:OK Mr. Sollo what have you got?

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::nods and makes some notes on a PADD in front of him.::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::makes more notes on his PADD:: CO: Not altogether sure how these inhibitors could help us unless we somehow found a way of working round them... I would, however, request to take a type 7 shuttle to sabotage the beacon before any more ships come.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances up from his seat, he frowns and pauses to consider something::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks at the FCO....and wonders what could possibly make him believe a shuttle can take on the probe, especially since the Sphere is most likely still out there...a suicide mission if it even succeeded::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::notes a touch of skepticism in the Counselor’s look:: CNS: I assure you it is possible.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: The last known position of the Borg sphere was at the beacon, i doubt a shuttle would get close enough with it still there but maybe its something we can work on

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::nods to the FCO but still feels uneasy about it::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CO: Uh, Captain. We did sent a shuttle already. With poor results, mind you.. ::Glances knowingly towards the XO's direction:: Only this time we won't have the Elara support.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: nods thoughtfully ::  OPS: Mr. Tar if you will

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::looks up from his PADD:: CO: I can try to bypass the devices planted on those decks by computer. Perhaps I could get it to work.

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::gives the CIV a half shrug and makes a few more notes on his padd::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::leans back comfortably and starts stroking his moustache again...a nervous habit::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
OPS: To what end?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
CO: To get rid of that Borg technology interfering with our systems and to end the security breaches possible.

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Looks around the table and notices he is about the only one yet to report anything, and glances down at his notes again::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::quickly runs a calculation on his PADD:: CO: It should be possible and I can get it done in approximately 12 hours.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
OPS: OK.    :: Turns to the TO ::TO: Ensign do you have anything you would like to add

 TO_Ens_Brethren says:
CO: Yes sir.. I believe we do indeed need back-up.. Our own weapon systems are still severely crippled, shields are only at 30%.. Only one torpedo launcher is operational, and even then with severely extended loading times.. We are missing half of our phaser arrays.. In addition, and in response to the shuttle mission idea..

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::makes more notes and tries to formulate a plan of attack against the beacon::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
CO: I think the weapons it is equipped with will not suffice to take the sphere on, although they should suffice to destroy the beacon..

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
CO: Question is, would you risk sending it without knowing whether they would encounter the sphere..?

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
TO: In your opinion does the Elara still have enough firepower to destroy the beacon?

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Nods:: CO: Yes sir, the weapons we currently have available would out-class the shuttle's weapons. However, if there were more Borg vessels around, we would not stand a realistic chance..

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: If I may sir, even if we did still have the firepower we still lack the propulsion to escape from the sphere. A shuttle, however, would have.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: Escape is not important, destroying the beacon IS.    XO: your the last one, lets see what you've got

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::sighs:: CO: The way I see it unless we can remove these impulse devices we are not going to survive this.  I would suggest the doctor work with engineering, try to find a way to modify his anti-nanite injections to disrupt the inhibitors systems, after all they both use the same base technology, nanites.

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
All: If we can remove the civilians from this ship then I suggest we use out limited warp drive to take up back to the probe and then use our inertia to simply run into the probe.  We may not get enough time to target it if the sphere is hanging around with reinforcements.

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
XO/CO: As much as I'd like to help, I'm afraid that I probably would not be of any service. While yes, Borg use nanites in their technology ... the nanites injected into people and those that operate the machinery are completely different calculations. I didn't create the anti-nanite solution, I only have the information on procedures to use them.

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: Sir... the way I see it... The Elara is crippled enough at the moment we stand a much better chance with something smaller, faster and more maneuverable.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO, CO: Perhaps the CSO can join forces on the OPS on this one? ::Glances up in question::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
XO/CO: I'm not an engineer - and I feel that my services would be better in dealing with the wounded we have. I will however give the anti-nanite solution to our engineering crew if they feel they could reverse engineer it in a fashion.

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
FCO: Mr. Sollo that sphere would destroy a shuttle in a single volley; perhaps you would like to become another dead hero? I most certainly do not!

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Looks over to the CIV, then back at the OPS as if to wait for his opinion.::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Nods his agreement with the XO::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::listens to what they all have to say...and likes to see that even though things look grim, everyone is still doing their best::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Thinks the lack of sleep and the situation is causing a growing tension in the crew. Frowns::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
XO: with all due respect commander what I am suggesting is a solo mission... if I don't succeed then it will be no great loss... if, however, I do... you can court marshal me when I get back.

Host SM_Lilia says:
<SO Alesi>*CO*Alesi to Timrok. LRS are back online and I am afraid the news isn't good

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CO: Alternatively we could away get as close to the probe as possible and initiate the ships auto destruct, that is likely to destroy it.

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks up as he hears the comm. and thinks his fears were right..::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
*SO* what have you got for me?

Host SM_Lilia says:
<SO Alesi>*CO*I am reading an explosion with an energy output matching that of a saber class Starfleet vessel ... like the Caesar

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::frowns at the incoming communication::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
All: So much for reinforcements

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Sighs as he hears the message::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::nods to the Captain::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: All I ask is a chance to try Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: looking notably dismayed by the news :: FCO: I’ll think about it.   All: that will be all -dismissed!

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::nods and stands up::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
::stands and approaches the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: yes?

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::remains seated and looks at the CO for a moment::

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::walks over to the CIV:: CIV: Commander Maor, a word please?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::stands up and leaves the room::

CSO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Gets up as well and immediately leaves the room, to head down to one of the sites with an inhibitor. He quietly starts to work on it.::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances up in surprise, he raises and nods:: CNS: Accompany me then. ::Gestures towards the doors::

CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
::Gets up, and heads out::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
*OPS_MCPO_Brown*: Tar to Brown, meet me in the primary computer control room. Tar out.

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::nods::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Nods and gets up slowly, turning to the exit::

FCO_LtJG_Sollo says:
CO: Sir, I believe that if I can load up a single photon torpedo into the cargo hold of a type 7 shuttle I can maneuver close enough to the beacon to beam it aboard and detonate it inside

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Makes his way towards the doors:: CNS: What can I do for you?

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
FCO: yes, I don't doubt your belief, I will consider your suggestion and get back to you

CNS_Ens_Porter says:
::looks up:: CIV: Commander, I got the impression in there that you share my views on the matter of sending our civilian personnel away and contact Starfleet?

Host CO_Capt_Timrok says:
:: glances toward Pazoski ::

TO_Ens_Brethren says:
::Leaves the conference room and heads up to the bridge::

XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::gives the CO a nod::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods:: CNS: Indeed, though you're forgetting one thing. We're too far from any Federation controlled planet, but that's pointless to argue now. Our top priority is getting moving first. Seems the Borg find the defense of the probe more important then us.. ::Pauses for the dramatic effect: For now.

Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=Pause Mission=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=

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