Stardate 10104.29

Host Mikey says:
<<< Resume Europa Mission, Stardate 10104.29, 20:11 Eastern >>>

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::at the helm on the Hudson::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: at tactical reviewing the modifications once more ::

Host CO_Senn says:
::on the Europa's bridge, sitting at her chair, just because it's there to be used::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Exits the TL onto the bridge::

TO_Logan says:
@::still in the JT::

CSO_Rya says:
::At Sci 1 on the Europa, reviewing M'Tor's data.::

OPS_Taylor says:
@::Sitting in the Big Chair[tm] on the Hudson::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps up to the captain::  CO:  Ma'am.

CMO_Gordon says:
::in sickbay doing routine checkups::

Host CO_Senn says:
::looks up at T'Salea:: CNS: Yes, commander?

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::sitting in the second big chair::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, we are holding position, awaiting orders to enter the slipstream.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Looks out the view screen::  CO:  The crew and colonists are ready.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::makes a few last minute checks on the navigational sensors::

CSO_Rya says:
TO: Ensign M'Tor, thank you for this information.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Good, continue.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods to Rya :: CSO: I am glad to be of service Lt.

Host CO_Senn says:
::nods at the Counselor:: CNS: I am ready as well. Only the Hudson is to report in and we can get going.

CSO_Rya says:
TO: I wonder  how many ships attempted this manuever and failed. ::Sighs:: Kirk had preternatural good luck.

CMO_Gordon says:
::moves over to office and reads reports in chair::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::checking thrusters, impulse reactors, and warp engine response times to the helm::

OPS_Taylor says:
@*TO_Logan*: Report to the Bridge.

TO_Logan says:
@OPS:  Aye Sir

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: All navigational equipment is functioning nominally, sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: chuckles :: CSO: Perhaps because it's Kirk's manouever we shall have good luck as well Lt.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Did they give us a time reference of when we will come out as well as possibilites to be prepared for should things go wrong?

TO_Logan says:
@::slowly makes her way back to the bridge::

CSO_Rya says:
::Grins at the Klingon:: TO: We can only hope.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::checking last reports on tactical systems::

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: We'll make our first stop after 4 minutes. Right then the Halcyc will need to recharge... which they will do faster if we don't get company.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@OPS: So this is the command feeling, ehh? I bet you'll miss it when back on the Europa

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: The critical part will be when we reach the Bajoran wormhole. That's when we get creative.

TO_Logan says:
@::enters the Bridge::  OPS:  You wanted to see me Sir?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Nods::  CO:  And our creativity will be?

OPS_Taylor says:
@TO_Logan: Take Tactical.

TO_Logan says:
@OPS:  Aye Sir  ::she takes her post at Tactical::

CSO_Rya says:
::Eavesdropping, yes it's a terrible habit, but...clears her throat.:: CO: A couple of ideas have been suggested to try and return us to our proper time.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::turns to include the CSO in her field of vision::

OPS_Taylor says:
@CTO: I wouldn't mind command it has been a good experience.

Host CO_Senn says:
::lowers her voice:: CNS: Your guess is as good as mine. I am counting on luck and a good tractor beam to tractor one of the Halcyc vessels with us... and hope the other can back us up while we enter the wormhole.

CSO_Rya says:
::Blushes a little.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::makes his way out of the Intell Annex and to the nearest Turbolift::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  You tend to rely heavily on luck as do many humans.  In your case, it seems to follow you.  May it not desert you now.  ::Raises one eyebrow::  I believe the CSO has some suggestions?

CMO_Gordon says:
::reads and reads::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@OPS: Sir, the Hudson is ready to enter the slipstream.  

CTO_Nimitz says:
@OPS: Lt Cmdr Taylor..., sounds good. Nearly as good as full LT Nimitz ::grins::

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Alright , Lt.  ::Looks at the TO:: TO_Logan: Hail the Europa.

TO_Logan says:
@OPS:  Aye Sir  ::hails the Europa::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::steps into the lift:: TL: Bridge.

Host CO_Senn says:
::turns to Rya:: CNS: We don't have more options than luck... not to mention that the Alpha Quadrant knows we're coming and might have the deference to be waiting for us on the Delta Quadrant.

CSO_Rya says:
::Blushes even more...she really needs to learn to keep her mouth shut.::

TO_M`Tor says:
CO: Captain .. Hail coming in from the Hudson.

CMO_Gordon says:
::reads and reads even morn to the end::

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Captain, this is Major Selicept. We are preparing for the slipstream jump. Latest intelligences reports are that there are a few long-range attack vessels near the wormhole, but they should not pose a problem for us.

OPS_Taylor says:
@COMM: Europa: We ready on this end, Captain.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Lowers her voice so that only the captain can hear::  CO:  And if Taylors son was correct?  ::Leaves it as a question not really expecting an answer::

CMO_Gordon says:
::goes out of the chair and moves to patient that just walked in::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: looks at his console :: CO: Message coming in from Major Selicept .. He is preparing for the jump and the Hudson reports that they are ready to proceed.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::lets go of his jumbled thoughts and steps out of the lift and on to the bridge, looking around::

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Selicept: I trust your judgement, Major. Both the Europa and the Hudson are ready when you are.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Leaves the captain to the major and steps over to science::  CSO:  What are your suggestions?

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL: Prepare for Slipstream jump.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Awaiting your order, sir.

TO_Logan says:
@::prepares for Slipstream jump::

CSO_Rya says:
::Tries to will her face back to its normal paleness:: CNS: Well, Captain Kirk had remarkable luck traveling through time utilizing a slingshot technique, or we could reproduce the accident in the wormhole by blowing up a Danube class runabout.

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: Would you like to do the honors? ::motions towards the flight control station::

OPS_Taylor says:
@CTO: We'll talk about this later. ::Grins::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::nods at West::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: checks once more the ships systems and remembers the human habit of crossing ones fingers for luck... He does not see the utility of doing so but jsut in case .. :: crosses his fingers ::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::walks around to the science station and catches T'salea's nod and returns it with a smile before looking at the readings coming in at Sci-I::

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: If it comes to that, I'll hope my luck resembles Kirk's. ::although he also had luck with the opposite sex and I'm not even close::

CSO_Rya says:
::Looks at the Captain in surprise:: CO: Ah, aye sir.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@OPS: If we find any hostile ships I'll get back to Tactical so there are two of us.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The first Halcyc ship breaks off and opens a slipstream conduit, disappearing into the empty abyss.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps aside as Rya heads for Flight::

OPS_Taylor says:
@CTO: Alright.

CSO_Rya says:
SFI: Hello commander. ::Steps over to the flight control station::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::plots an identical course and waits for authorization to engage::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::smiles at Alara:: CSO: Hello. I see you're a woman of many talents.

CSO_Rya says:
::Settles in and opens a secondary window on the console so she can keep an eye on the sensors and plots the course from the Halcyc.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::catches a flash of black and gray with the corner of her eye and turns her head towards the viewscreen, waiting for Selicept's cue::

CMO_Gordon says:
::asks patient what is wrong today::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Naturally assumes science, imputting her commands::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: stares at the conduit and begins to imagine the stars of home ::

TO_Logan says:
@::wonders if she will see her family again::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, the first Halcyc vessel has entered the slipstream.

CSO_Rya says:
::Double checks the course and then takes a deep breath and waits for the order to go.::

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: Let the Hudson know we are just waiting for the Halcyc's. We should be on the way in a moment.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: We are just waiting for the Europa's lead.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Reads the slip stream power, recording it and the Halcyc ships entrance, the power fluctuation at its entrance::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::watches Alara's station, integrating the data coming in with the information Paragon gave him::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::finger is twitching over the engage command::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods to Senn :: CO: Aye Captain... :: transmits message to the Hudson ::

CSO_Rya says:
::Realizes she never responded to Jim, so she turns around and gives him a friendly smile before turning back and facing the viewscreen.::

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: They are to follow us into the slipstream <sorry Mikey I missed your action :( >

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: Please follow that vessel... ::points at the Halcyc that opened the slipstream::

TO_Logan says:
@OPS:  Sir, the Europa has informed us that they are waiting for the Halcyc, and that ready to proceed soon.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: transmits the message to the Hudson ::

CMO_Gordon says:
::scans patient's knee::

OPS_Taylor says:
@TO_Logan: Understood.

TO_Logan says:
@OPS:  And that we are to follow them into the slipstream.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Follows them on in.::

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Engage ::Motions with the finger::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ Aye, sir ::with a big grin, taps the Engage Command::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Captain, everything reads as normal... at least they match the last readings.

CSO_Rya says:
::Monitors the engine data and the location of the Halcyc ships and the Hudson relative to their position as they go.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::turns his eyes from the console and looks around the bridge. Spotting Alara and the counselor, and even the captain, he realizes the advantages of ship duty over being a lone agent. Better scenery::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: consults his console and shows everthing is normal so far... :: CO: Confirmed Captain.

Host CO_Senn says:
::feels the excitement as well as the tension that surrounds her... or perhaps it's all just hers:: CNS: Keep alert for any... my apologies, you know the job.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Turns slightly to look into a pair of brown eyes.  Raises an eyebrow::  SFI:  Commander...  ::Then turns back to the station::

CTO_Nimitz says:
@OPS: Yellow alert sir?

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Acknowledged.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, we have entered the slipstream.

OPS_Taylor says:
@CTO: Yellow.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::monitoring flight and navigational systems::

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: Thank you Ensign. ::resists the urge to stand up and pace looking over everyone's shoulders::

CTO_Nimitz says:
@TO: You've heard the boss, ensing. Take us to yellow alert

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::lowers his voice a little:: CNS: What do you think of all that's going on. Do you still share that same feeling as I? That there's another shoe waiting to drop?

TO_Logan says:
@CTO:  Aye Sir  ::goes to Yellow Alert::

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Monitor all Flight control systems, any variances report immediately.

CSO_Rya says:
::Says a silent prayer that the slipstream will bring them safely to the wormhole...or at least safely away from any Dominion ships.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
SFI:  There is information I have that you do not and it is not my place to inform you.  But yes, I do await this... 'other shoe'.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Navigational systems are within normal parameters, sir.  Continuing to monitor.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: prepares to bring the ship to Yellow alert as soon as the ship emerges into normal space ::

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Good.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Automatically makes minor adjustments, fine tuning the system the CSO keeps well adjusted::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: frowns :: Self: Shoes ???

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Europa and Hudson follow the first Halcyc ship, followed by the second.. the slipstream tunnel closes behind them... navigation estimates a little over 3 minutes worth of travel time left.

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: You heard Selicept's intelligence report... about the Dominion ships near to the wormhole. You'll have to keep it in mind the moment we arrive there... just in case.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::stares back in silence for a moment:: CNS: Information you have that I do not. And why is that?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Watches the chronometer for the passage of time::

CSO_Rya says:
CO: We should emerge into normal space in three minutes or so.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods :: CO: I am prepared Captain.

CNS_T`Salea says:
SFI:  When this is over, ask the captain.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::looking at sensor data:: OPS: It's strange, the E is still on green condition. I thought that with M'Tor in charge of tactical thet'd be on red alert by now

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, the second Halcyc vessel has entered the slipstream.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::checking flight time::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: We have almost 3 minutes of slipstream time left until we emerge, sir.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::glances at Nayla:: CNS: She's busy.

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: All right. ::turns to the TO and nods, trying to look more confident than she feels::

CNS_T`Salea says:
SFI:  It is not my place... ::Watches the sensors with care::

TO_Logan says:
@::the 3 minutes will seem like an eternity for her::

OPS_Taylor says:
@CTO: Take the other Tactical Console, we might encounter some trouble ahead of us. FCO: Alright Continue to Monitor systems.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::sighs just a little bit:: CNS: If you say so. I'll see if I can get a moment of her time after this is done with.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: gets all sensors ready and sets the ship to go to Red Alert if any other ships are detected as we emerge ::

CSO_Rya says:
::As they travel through the tunnel, Alara wonders if she'll be seeing Drayan soon and then, shakes her head and focuses back on the sensor and engine data.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Glances at SFI::

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::stays sitted:: OPS: But this chair is so warm and comfortable... I'm joking ::walks to Tac1::

CSO_Rya says:
CO: We should be emerging shortly.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::returns her gaze before shifting it ahead of them to watch all that's going on::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Notes the change in energy flow::  CO:  Confirmed.

Host CO_Senn says:
::watches the officers at work, the incredible view in front of her... if it was just another situation she could even enjoy it::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: looks at the chronometer :: CO: We should exit any time Captain.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Prepare to cover the Europa and the other ships.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, our flight path is nearly complete.  We should be exiting slipstream shortly.

Host CO_Senn says:
All: Get ready to leave the slipstream... TO: I'll let you handle the alert status change.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir. ::readies a protective course for the Europa::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::unfolds his arms and walks over to Tactical:: TO: Mind if I hang about?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Prepares adjustment of LRS::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods :: CO: Aye Captain.. Going to Yellow Alert.

CSO_Rya says:
::Prepares for the shift to normal space.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The 4 ships exit the slipstream tunnel.. the Europa and Hudson's sensors will take time to readjust from the jump... for that 10 seconds they will be receiving sensor information from the two Halcyc ships...

CTO_Nimitz says:
@TO: Sorry, but fun time may be ahead so I'll take Tac1 ::brings up Tac2::

TO_M`Tor says:
SFI: No Sir .. Any help is of course appreciated.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@OPS: Sir! Navigational sensors are not online.  

TO_Logan says:
@CTO:  All right, I am to proceed to TAC2 correct?

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Compensate!

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::smiles at the Klingon:: TO: Let's hope it isn't needed.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: There must have been interference from our arrival in real space.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Halcyc sensors detect two Jem'Hadar high-speed attack vessels, closing fast....

And the Europa and Hudson sensors come back online..

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.  Attempting to compensate.  ::frantically reroutes power to sensors and reinitializes them::

TO_Logan says:
@::moves to TAC2::

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL: Red Alert!!

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Approaching vessels.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::looks to the empty science station:: TO: Yes, and slave sensors to your console

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, sensors are back online.  Engaging course to cover the Europa. ::engages course::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: goes to Red Alert :: CO: Jem'har ships on attack course Captain

CSO_Rya says:
::Is prepared to begin evasive manuvers.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::stands up:: TO: Report.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Checks them against ship data file::

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::puts the ship in red alert::

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Intercept Course CTO:All weapons to full.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::unfolds his arms anxiously, watching the incoming contacts on M'tor's console::

Host Major_Selicept says:
INFO: Each Jem'Hadar attack ship is slightly smaller than a Defiant-class.. the first ship goes towards the second Halcyc ship, while the second ship goes towards the first Halcyc ship.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO: Two Jem'Hadar vessels.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: locks weapons on targets :: CO: 2 Jem'Hadaar High Speed Attach Vessels . .closing fast.

Host CO_Senn says:
::closes her fists and bites her lower lip:: COM: Selicept: We'll follow your lead, Major.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@FCO: Don't forget that maneuvers you came up with a month ago

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.  Changing course to 110 mark 45.  ::changes course to intercept the Jem'Hadar attack vessels::

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Should we intercept? It looks like they're about to attack the Halcyc.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO: Attack projectory are the Halcyc vessels.  ::Turns to look at her::  They were prepared?

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Aye Captain, we're opening the second tunnel momentarily.. do not engage the Jem'Hadar, more are on their way.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::scowls, wondering why Paragon has to be right all the time::

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: Everything to our shields, power up weapons.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ CTO: Aye, sir.  Calling up Manuever 3 Alpha.  Ready when you are, sir.  ::readies an offensive manuever::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods :: CO: Aye Captain.. :: transfers power ::

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Hudson: Be ready to enter the second slipstream tunnel. Do not engage the JH.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@FCO: We're ready here ::glances at Logan:: TO: Fun's here

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The second Halcyc ship is taking damage, and is unable to open a stable slipstream tunnel.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::turns to glance at Taylor:: OPS: Sir?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Reroutes ship power, shutting down various science departments::

CSO_Rya says:
::Nervously grips her console while waiting for the sstream tunnel to open.::

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL: Make sure the Europa is covered. COMM:Europa: Captain Leave and we'll be right behind you.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, we need that second Halcyc ship to open the slipstream tunnel.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  They are unable to open the slipstream.

TO_M`Tor says:
CO: Permission to attempt to disable the Jem'Hadaar ship ?

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Captain <explosion>, we need some help here.. aft weapons are disabled, we're trying to open the slipstream tunnel.. <explosion>

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Hudson: We need a tunnel first, lieutenant.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks at Senn gravely:: CO: We have to engage, Captain.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Minor explosions are disrupting their ability to open the stream.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::turns back to helm:: OPS: Sir, we have an offensive manuever ready to take out the JH ship attacking the Halcyc vessel.  Permission to execute.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::steps from the Tac console:: CO: I may be of some use to you, Captain. But I need your authorization to use bridge systems.

OPS_Taylor says:
@COMM: Europa: Understood.

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: Lay an interception course, place us between the Halcyc and the Dominion vessel.

OPS_Taylor says:
@COMM: We are ready to engage the JH ships attacking the Halcyc.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Aye sir! ::Immediately fires the thrusters to move the Europa into position.::

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: OPS: Go ahead.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Sends a command to the various colonists to return to their quarters until further notice.::

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: Make each shot count, M'Tor.

Host CO_Senn says:
SFI_LtCmdr_West: If you have a miracle up your sleeve, we can use it.

TO_M`Tor says:
CO: Aye Captain :: targets the weapons systems of the closest Jem'Hadar vessel and opens fire ::

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Engage. CTO: Fire at Will

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.  Changing course: 15 mark 30.  ::changes course for the Dominion ship attacking the Halcyc vessel::

CNS_T`Salea says:
TO:  All nonessential systems are shut down and power redirected to sheilds, weapons and life supports.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ CTO: Begin manuever 3 Alpha, sir.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::targets the first vessel and fires a full load of torpedoes::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The second Jem'Hadar redirects its fire towards the Europa, trying to prevent it from rendering aid to the Halcyc scoutship. Shields are holding, for now.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::frowns a little:: CO: Then I suggest you use the Hudson as a decoy, Captain.

CSO_Rya says:
::Is tapping course corrections into the fc console.::

TO_M`Tor says:
CNS: Ackowledged CNS :: transfers power ::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::moves the Hudson straight in between the Halcyc and Dominion ship to allow the CTO to get a better aim::

CTO_Nimitz says:
@FCO: Ready. ::prepares another load of torpedoes to fire at the right moment::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: targets once more the weapons systems of the ship and fires a phaser volley ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
*CMO*: Prepare for wounded...

CTO_Nimitz says:
@:: fires the next load of torpedoes::

CSO_Rya says:
::Readjusts the Europa's position to compensate for the Jem Hadar's movements.::

OPS_Taylor says:
@TO_Logan: Status of the Halcyc ship.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ CTO: Reversing course.  180 mark 21.  ::changes course to bring the Hudson past the Dominion vessel once more::

Host CO_Senn says:
::stumbles as they get hit:: SFI: Do we have the time? ::shakes her head, she didn't like that option when she heard it from Triton, and she doesn't like it now either... and she hates herself for considering it::

CMO_Gordon says:
*CNS* AYe.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@OPS: SIr, they are still concentrating on the Europa.  I'm going to get the Dominion's attention.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@:: fires with the aft launchers::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: waits for the ship to get a little closer and fires a full spread of quantum torpedoes at the Jem'Hadar weapons systems ::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
CO: We will have to make the time. Commander Zaldivar has geared that ship for battle, moreso than we. And we have more civilians aboard, less collateral damage. We can shield the Halcyc and take shots of opportunity. Captain, I suggest you leave the majority of the fighting to the Hudson.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ CTO: I'm going to bringing the Hudson a kilometer off the Dominion ship's bow, sir.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Scans the Jem'Hadar ship::  CO:  The Jem'Hadar ships are weakening, but slowly.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@Self: Let's test this new babies ::fires the 25th century enhanced phasers::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Changing course, heading for a shield skimmer.  179 mark 34.  Contact with Dominion shields in 5 seconds.

Host CO_Senn says:
SFI_LtCmdr_West: Right now I believe only blunt force will do. I am not ready to sacrifice a ship... yet.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Understood.

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: How about ourselves?

CSO_Rya says:
::Continues to try to manuver the Europa to protect the Halcyc ship.:: Aloud: Changing course to bearing 14 mark 5.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The enhanced phasers strike the Jem'Hadar ship, causing minor damage. (Perhaps torpedoes?)

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Shields at 85% and holding.  Should I prepare for beam out of the Hudson crew?

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::fires all launchers and phasers::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: frowns and fires both phasers and torpedoes at the same ship he's been firing at ::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::manages a reassuring smile:: CO: It will work, trust me. And if you don't trust me, trust Paragon's abilities.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Contact with Dominion shields made, minor damage, sir.

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: Yes, but just that.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@OPS: Permission to "ram" their shields, sir?

Host CO_Senn says:
SFI_LtCmdr_West: Get me the Hudson's command codes. If I'm going to explain her loss to her Captain, I want to tell him she went with glory.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Nods.  Begins to lock onto all life forms on the Hudson, in preparation of mass beam out::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@OPS: We can try to adjust our shields so most of the damage is taken by them, sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: scans the Dominion shields and attempts to find a correct phaser frequency to penetrate the shields , and fires the phasers ::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: ::smiles:: I have not become suicidal.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
CO: Aye-aye, Captain. ::nods and takes the first officer console, to access the Fleet codes for the Hudson::

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: Keep firing towards the Dominion ship.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::changes course for another pass::

OPS_Taylor says:
@COMM: Europa Preparing for Emergency Beam Out.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::sets each torpedo in a different frequency , fires, and checks harm done by each one::

TO_Logan says:
@::begins to feel overwhelmed with everything going on around her::

CSO_Rya says:
::Continues to place the Europa in between the Jem Hadar and Halcyc.::

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL: Prepare for Emergency Beam out.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  I have a lock on all life forms on the Hudson.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods to Senn CO: Aye Captain.. :: continues the barrage of torpedoes and phasers ::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The first Halcyc ship is finally able to open a slipstream tunnel, and the first Halcyc vessel enters, followed by the Jem'Hadar ship..

FCO_Felhaber says:
@OPS: Sir, someone needs to stay on board to make sure the Hudson causes as much damage as possible.

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: OPS: Don't lower your shields, we'll modulate the transporter beam with your shields frequency ::looks at T'Salea::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  The slipstream is open.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: I'll take helm control

CSO_Rya says:
CO: The Jem Hadar are following the Halcyc in!

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::swiftly applies his clearance through the security locks and finally manages to bring up the codes:: CO: I have the codes for the Hudson, Captain.

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: OPS: Can you make it to the slipstream in one piece?

CTO_Nimitz says:
@OPS: I volunteer for that sir

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Confirmed.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::stays at the helm and steers the Hudson towards the Dominion ship::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The second Jem'Hadar ship's shields are overloaded, and they are disabled.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: With all due respect, sir.  I'm the senior navigational expert.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Permission to enter the slipstream Captain?

CMO_Gordon says:
::attends to some injuries on ship::

TO_M`Tor says:
CO: One down Captain.. the other is in the tunnel.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Prepares transporter modulation, sending it down to the TRC::

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: Not before the Hudson.

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: OPS: Get into the slipstream *now*

CTO_Nimitz says:
@::locks the 2nd ship and fires all weapons:: See you in hell

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: 30 seconds to collision, sir.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Aye sir. ::bites her lower lip, waiting for the Hudson to go.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  The second Jem'Hadar ship have lost shields.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::monitoring navigational systems::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks over his shoulder:: TO: If we have any quantum torpedoes left, I suggest you arm a full spread and load the tubes.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: You heard the Captain. Plot a course for the Slipstream!

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.  Adjusting course.  ::changes course::  

TO_M`Tor says:
:: looks at the indicator :: SFI:  Reload Complete Sir... When we see him again he's targ droppings.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Hudson enters the slipstream, followed by the Europa and the second Halcyc ship...

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Course bearing 36 mark 57....  we've entered the slipstream, sir.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Hudson and the second Halcyc ship have entered the stream.

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO_Rya: That's our cue.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: We've entered the slipstream.

OPS_Taylor says:
@::Holds onto the Command Chair:: ALL: Damage Report.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Looks at the chronometer for the time interval::

TO_M`Tor says:
:: waits patiently for the exit and hopes to locate that other ship quickly ::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The second Jem'Hadar ship, which was left behind, is destroyed in a fiery explosion of colorful red, orange and yellow colors... which begs the question, how can an explosion burn in the vacuum of space?

CSO_Rya says:
CO: This trip should be shorter -- since we have less distance to cover.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
TO: If the all of our ships are outside the blast range, see if you can take down the Jem'Hadar vessel with one spread.

Host CO_Senn says:
::takes back her seat::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Navigational deflectors at 65%, thrusters are offline, and there is no response from the impulse engines, sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: prepares to launch a class 5 probe :: CO: Captain.. Permission to launch a probe as we exit .. I hope to get quicker sensor readings that way ?

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: Have the JH followed us in?

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: But it looks like no Dominion ships followed us in.  ::leans back with a sigh of relief::

CTO_Nimitz says:
@Self: Yeah!!! My first ship destroyed! Mum is just going to be so happy

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  No.  There is no sign of them.  However, I have recorded an explostion.  The other Jem'Hadar is ahead of us.

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL: Well Done People.

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: Retake that transporter lock on the Hudson crew the moment we exit the slipstream.

TO_Logan says:
@::tries not to chuckle at her superior officer::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Jem'Hadar ship that entered the slipstream tunnel ceases fire on the Halcyc ship, but it increases speed towards the ship..

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Thank you, sir.  ::smiles::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Acknowledged.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@FCO: The other ships is ahead, following the Halcycs

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::slumps forward and looks at the navigational sensors::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Jem'Hadar have ceased firing and increased speed toward the first Halcyc ship.

CSO_Rya says:
::Plots several evasive patterns - just in case- for when they exit slipstream.::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Do you want us to increase speed to intercept that Dominion ship, sir?

Host CO_Senn says:
SFI_LtCmdr_West: Once we are out, get the shield frequency of the Hudson with the codes, and pass it on to commander Tsalea.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Jem'Hadar ship increases speed even more, and gains on the Halcyc ship. A power build-up is detected from the Jem'Hadar ship..

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Power buildup from the Jem'Hadar ship.

OPS_Taylor says:
@::Looks around the bridge as conduits are sparking and Consoles are blinking:: FCO: Just stay put for now.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.

Host CO_Senn says:
TO: I see nothing wrong with a 68 year old probe, Ensign.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::glances back at M'tor:: TO: Take that ship at your first chance.

CSO_Rya says:
::Frantically tries to remember what happens when there's an explosion in slipstream and then realizes she has absolutely no idea, but it can't be good.::

Host CO_Senn says:
CNS_T`Salea: Power buildup as in about to explode?

TO_M`Tor says:
:: nods :: SFI: Of course Sir.

Host CO_Senn says:
Self: Are we going to assume the Halcyc will know how to handle this or are we supposed to improvise...?

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Jem'Hadar ship suddenly explodes, taking out the Halcyc ship....

The slipstream tunnel loses cohesion quickly. Within seconds the remaining ships are in normal space.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO: Captain, the Jem

TO_M`Tor says:
:: prepars to launch the probe :: CO: We are about to exit Captain

CSO_Rya says:
CO: We're in normal space Captain.

OPS_Taylor says:
@::Shakes a Bit:: All: Report!

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ ::braces himself::  OPS: Sir! We're back in normal space.

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Captain, the Jem'Hadar ship has exploded, destroying the Halcyc ship.  The slip stream is loosing cohesion.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::feels the shudder as the ships drop out of slipsstream:: CO: I was afraid this was going to happen.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: launches the probe ::

Host CO_Senn says:
::grabs the back of her chair as the ship rocks:: CNS: Damage report

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Laying in a course to flank the Europa, sir.

CSO_Rya says:
::Tries to get a fix on their location.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The trip was almost complete. The Europa and Hudson are approximately 40 light years from the Bajoran Wormhole.

TO_Logan says:
@OPS:  We've entered normal space Sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: tries to get a lock on the Jem'hadar ship and prepares to fire ALL weapons ::

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL:Damage Report

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  We are approximately 40 light years from the Wormhole.  Damage minimal.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Navigational sensors confirm our location.

Host CO_Senn says:
::shakes her head gloomily as she looks at West:: CNS: Do we have sensors?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Reads through the various incoming report::

Host Major_Selicept says:
Damage report:
Europa: Shields at 75%.. a few injuries, mostly burns.. no casualties..
Hudson: Shields at 70%.. half a dozen injuries, no casualties.

CSO_Rya says:
::Looks down and notices her hands are shaking and takes a couple of deep breaths to steady herself.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: Sensors are back online.

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Hudson: Report, how are you holding?

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Injuries nominal.  Sheilds down to 75%.  Hudson also reports nominal injuries.  Their shields are down to 70%.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Sir, Flight systems remain the same.  Thrusters and Impulse is offline.  Navigational sensors are at 65%.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks over at Captain Senn and gives her a "Hey, we survived..." smile::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The second Halcyc ship is in bad shape, but they will not require assistance. Nanobots have already been deployed to begin repair on the shell of the ship.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@OPS: Shields at 70%

TO_M`Tor says:
Self: 40 light years... We are close... Now all we have to go back to our time.

OPS_Taylor says:
@COMM: Europa: We are ok on this side so far.  Damage reports are coming in.

Host Capt_Senn says:
COM: Hudson: Report, how are you holding?

CNS_T`Salea says:
CO:  Halcyc ship is heavily damaged, but do not request assistance.  I am reading... nanoprobes on the ships hull.

TO_M`Tor says:
:: scans the Hudson :: CO: The Hudson is still with us Captain, Damage is minor to both ships.

TO_M`Tor says:
COMM:Hudson: OPS: We are also fine Sir. Damage is minor.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: Long-range sensors detect a small fleet of Jem'Hadar ships... time to range: 5 hours.

Host Capt_Senn says:
CNS: Have engineering make a repair schedule.

Host Capt_Senn says:
CSO: How is our warp drive?

TO_M`Tor says:
CO: Captain.. more ships .. time to intercept .. 5 hours .. Jem'Hadar !

OPS_Taylor says:
@ALL: Assess damage and dispatch damage repair teams.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Catches something else on LRS::  CO:  We won't have time for that.  I am detecting a small fleet of Jem'Hadar ships.  Time to intercept 4.55 hours.

CSO_Rya says:
CO: Engineering reports very minimal damage. The warp drive is fine.

CTO_Nimitz says:
@TO: Are you reading those signals?

Host Capt_Senn says:
COM: Selicept/Hudson: We have detected company on the way. I suggest we get a move. Are you able to go to warp?

CSO_Rya says:
::Turns slightly to wait for the Captain's orders.::

Host Capt_Senn says:
CSO: Lay a course towards the wormhole, wait for my order to engage though.

CNS_T`Salea says:
*ENG*:  Begin repairs as quickly as you can.  Jem'Hadar are approaching.  Take care of any major systems that need attention first.  You have 4.3 hours.

CSO_Rya says:
::Grins slightly:: CO: Aye Captain.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@::overhears comm::  OPS: Warp drive operational, sir.

OPS_Taylor says:
@COMM: Europa: We'll be right behind you Captain.

CSO_Rya says:
::Plots the course.::

TO_Logan says:
@CTO:  Yes Sir, I am reading them.

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Plot a course.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@ OPS: Aye, sir.  Plotting course.  ::plots a course to match that of the Europa's::

Host Capt_Senn says:
COM: Selicept: We'll establish a tractor beam on your vessel.

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Captain, I apologize for the delay in communication, we just now repaired our communications relay. Yes, we detect the fleet also.. we are limited to warp 5 Captain.. I'm afraid that would be too slow for you.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::glances at Senn:: CO: We have four and a half hours to gear up for a slugging match. Maybe we should send as many of the colonists ahead as we can with the shuttles?

TO_M`Tor says:
:: locks a tractor beam on the Halcyc ship :: CO: Aye Captain. Tractor Beam On.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Reroutes power to allow for the tractor beam::

Host Capt_Senn says:
SFI: Shuttles do not make warp 9.

Host Capt_Senn says:
CSO: Engage. Best speed.

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Excellent idea Captain, we will adjust our shields to extend around yours. Selicept out.

CSO_Rya says:
::Nods briskly.:: CO: Aye Captain. ::engages the warp drive and powers up to warp 9

OPS_Taylor says:
@FCO: Engage!

Host Major_Selicept says:
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