Stardate 10105.13

Host Mikey says:
<<< Resume Europa Mission, Stardate 10105.13, 20:09 Eastern >>>

FCO_Felhaber says:
::at the helm::

CSO_Rya says:
@::At Sci 1::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::on the Europa's bridge::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::On the Hudson, on TL, heading for the bridge::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Sitting at the Not-So-Big Chair::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::leaves Mary-Jane to prep the Revenant and heads to the Shuttlebay TL::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::thinking that if he had hair he'd pull it out.::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::reviewing Nimitz's plan::

TO_Logan says:
@::on the bridge::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: standing at tactical, and stares at the scanners ::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Goes over the Preparations::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::watching navigation systems and their flight plans::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps from the TL onto the bridge, a quick glance shows the skelleton crew.::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: What is the status of the verteron project?

CSO_Rya says:
@::Calculates the energy needed from the deflectors for the CTO's plan.::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: Ship status?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ TL: Bridge. ::looks over the padd in his hand, ready to help if needed::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: Triton, I've gotten an interesting plan by Lt. Nimitz. We have nothing to lose by trying it out, are you game?

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: ETA until we are forced to engage the Dominion?

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: 18 minutes to armageddon. Or at least the death of the crew of both the Europa and Hudson.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps over to the XO, noting the tenseness radiating out from him.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Captain, we are 18 minutes away. :: frowns ::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
XO: Sir, Captain Senn is..... ::hears Zaldivar's badge bipping:: ...calling you

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Sir, 18 minutes until the Dominion fleet overtakes us.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: I have recieved the plan.  I'm willing to try it.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the console:: XO: Ship is at full readiness.

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: All right then. Lt. Rya will assist you.

CSO_Rya says:
@:: Hears the comm and looks up from her work and nods.::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: This plan is your baby, coordinate with CSO Rya.   Execute at your discretion, but keep me updated.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Sir, I request permission to have a brief chat with Commander T'Salea.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@::steps out of the lift and walks on to the bridge::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::nods back at Alara and then turns to M'Tor:: TO: Noted, ensign... ::tension building::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: Granted, use my ready room.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::turns in his seat::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::nods at the FCO::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
XO: Understood, captain

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Thank you, sir.  ::waits for the counselor to take the lead::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: re-checks the tactical systems for the Nth time ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Heads for the RR::

TO_Logan says:
@TO_M'Tor:  Anything you need me to do?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::reads the newest memo, from M'Tor this time. So much to do, so little time::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::follows Commander T'Salea into the ready room::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::smiles at Alara as he walks past Science and down to the command area:: CO: Captain.

CSO_Rya says:
@:: Sees M'Tor's memo:: TO: Ensign M'Tor, can we still collect the verteron particles if we use your plan?

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
COMM: CSO: Green light's been given to the plan. Are you ready to start filling a torpedo with verteron particles?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::raises her eyes to meet West's dark ones:: SFI: Commander.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Smiles at Jim.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps through the door and takes note of how it had come to reflect Commander Zaldivar in the short time he had been in command.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: blinks :: TO_Logan: Forgive me .. I was distracted... Please handle the shields I shall handle the weapons.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: 900 seconds until weapon's range..

TO_Logan says:
@TO_M'Tor:  All right.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::looks around and feels a little awkward using the captain's ready room for his own personal business::

TO_M`Tor says:
@CSO: Lt. I do not see why not, the systems are completely independant.

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM:CTO: Yes. We're ready on this end Lt. Nimitz.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::stands beside her and glances at the viewscreen:: CO: I'm here to help however you need me. I've got Mary Jane and Shard in the Bay now prepping the Revenant too. They put on the Weapons pod so we have a little more firepower. Or at least a decoy if you need one.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: 900 seconds Captain.. and we shall be in our weapons range.

TO_Logan says:
@::makes sure the shields will be ready when they are needed::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::sits down in a chair:: CNS: I'm not sure how to really begin... ::looks down::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: We won't launch the runabout unless there's no other solution. ::squares her shoulder at M'Tor's countdown::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Turns, taking a chair near by::  FCO:  Begin where you are comfortable.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
COMM: CSO: I wonder.... how are we going to fill a Hudson's torpedo with your deflector? any ideas?

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Looks up from typing various commands into her console.:: TO: Thank you.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::looks up at the ceiling:: CNS: I think it started with our fight with the Jem'Hadar...

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the preparations::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
CO: Understood. ::glances at her again and tries to manage a reassuring smile for her::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: Lt. Rya is working with Lt. Nimitz... perhaps you'd like to take a look at the plan ::hands him the PADD:: and then see if you can be of assistance. We have less than 900 seconds ::smiles tightly::

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: Lt. Taylor was in command at the time... and he had obviously figured that we were going to sacrifice ourselves to save the Europa...

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Quietly listens::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
CO: Right away, Captain. ::moves back to Science to confer with Alara::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::lets it all out now:: CNS: He ordered me to leave the ship, but I told him I wouldn't abandom my post, especially not when he needed an expert pilot.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::watches West disappear from her visual range and returns to M'Tor's idea::

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: I've been flying for years before I even joined Starfleet.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: squints at the viewscreen, looking for the ships ::

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM:CTO: We can collect the particles in a containor and beam them over to you.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::lets out a sigh:: CNS: And afterward he gave me a warning that my actions were wrong.  Af first I felt as if he was questioning my loyalty...

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: But now that I've had some time to think about it, I would probably have given a warning too.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
:::reads the padd quickly and turns to Alara:: CSO: How can I help, Lieutenant?

CSO_Rya says:
@:: Looks up at Jim.:: SFI: Come to join in the fun?

CNS_T`Salea says:
FCO:  What do you think he was questioning?

OPS_Taylor says:
CTO: Time till we are ready?

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::slaps forehead:: COMM: CSO: Right, that's the easier way. I'll go to our torpedoes room, beam the container there.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::stands up and walks towards the tactical station:: TO: Your idea has potential. At least, it could buy us some time.

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM: CTO: I'll let you know before we send it over.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: I don't know... my ability... like I couldn't do the job... or maybe he thought I was questioning his leadership?

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: I am concerned about flying maneuvers, it would take serious syncronization.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: I took it all in stride though...  I've just been wracking my brains over it.... and I don't think I did anything wrong.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: blinks :: CO: I believe we can easilly like the computers together to execute the maneuvers Captain.

CSO_Rya says:
@SFI: Could you monitor the power flows to the deflectors. I'm going to reroute some power to try and collect the verterons without disturbing our shields?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Slowly shakes her head::  FCO:  I do not believe at all that he is questioning either your loyalty or you ability.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
OPS: 10 minutes or less. XO: I'll be in the torpedoes room working on the project, captain.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: Probably not.  ::looks out the ready room window::

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: I will let Cmdr Zaldivar have the final say on this. Contact him and brief him... and with the Hudson having most of the modifyed torpedoes I think he'll agree.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: If you plan is not ready in 5 minutes... we will execute my plan. the Europa will need time to clear the explosion radius.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@CSO: Sure, I can handle that.  ::moves his fingers over the buttons to duct power along the primary lines to minimize flux::

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: We're activating the deflector to gather the verteron particles now Captain.

CNS_T`Salea says:
FCO:  The Commander, as any good commander, does not want to lose any lives.  It is one thing to offer your own, it is another to take someone with them.  Especially one they have worked closely with.

CSO_Rya says:
@SFI: Let's hope this works. ::Is speaking very quietly.::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
XO: Then I better hurry. I'll beam to the Torps room ::presses some buttons and materializes in the TR::

Host CO_Senn says:
@CSO: Proceed, lieutenant. ::listening to an internal tick... tick... tick...::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::listens to the counselor::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods :: Aye Captain. COMM:Hudson: XO: Commander, the Captain has asked me to contact you concerning another possibility.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: Slight power fluctuation in the Europa.. the tractor beam holding the Halcyc starts to waver. The tractor beam will lose cohesion in about 10 minutes if something is not done.

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: Aye sir.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::smiles at her before hearing the console beep:: CSO: We've got a problem..

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::actives the main deflector, which starts producing verteron particles and sending it to an empty torpedo::

TO_M`Tor says:
@CO: Captain, we shall lose the tractor beam in 10 minutes ... attempting to compensate ...

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: TO: Proceed.  Quickly.

CNS_T`Salea says:
FCO:  The risk is high.  You are a valuable member of the crew...

CSO_Rya says:
@SFI: What kind of problem?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: attempts to firm up the tractor beam ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Try to keep the beam stable for as long as we can.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CSO: We've got degredation along the powerlines to the tractor beam. it might be in response to what we're doing.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Looks for understanding to come to the FCO::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods :: CO: Understood Captain

CSO_Rya says:
@::Is transporting the collected particles to a type 3 container.:: SFI: How long till we lose the tractor beam?

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: I think this whole situation has gotten me on edge.  I haven't contacted my parents for months now.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CNS: Maybe I'm seeing insults where none are intended.

TO_M`Tor says:
TO_Logon: Can you assist me with this tractor beam ?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CSO: Under ten minutes, but M'Tor is working on the problem. The sooner we're done, the less stress on the systems though.

CNS_T`Salea says:
FCO:  Everyone is on edge.  And as we come closer to reaching home, yet at the same time the chances of safety lessen, emotions are fluxuating all over the place.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
Computer> CTO: Torpedo 1265/78 filled up to half of its total capacity. Main deflector deactivated.

CSO_Rya says:
@SFI: Well, since we have to have made this work in less than five minutes, we should be safe.

TO_Logan says:
@TO_M'Tor:  Yes Sir

FCO_Felhaber says:
::stand up::  CNS: Thanks for taking the time to talk.  I should be back at my post.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CSO: Don't worry, Lieutenant. ::smiles:: The goodguys always win..

CNS_T`Salea says:
::REB, then with a nod, watches him leave.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ COM:Hudson: XO: Commander, The Europa would divert all power to shields and enveloppe the Hudson, while the Hudson shall divert ALL power to the weapons .. it might help us survive sir.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::continues to make minor adjustments and then looks up at Jim and grins.:: SFI: I sincerely hope you're right.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::overhears West and can't help to grin... villains, good guys...::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::arrives back on the bridge and assumes his station at the helm::

TO_Logan says:
@::she works on getting the tractor beam stabilized::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: TO: That is...intriguing.  But if it fails both ships will be destroyed.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Looks out the window of the RR, quietly::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@::shuts down a few more unessential systems along the power route to further lower stress as Alara works:: CSO: How much longer, Alara?

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::prepares the explosion sequence to direct the verterons to the Jem'Hadar fleet::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ COM:Hudson: XO: Commander, With the Halcyc shields as well we might have a better chance.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: Please contact TO M'tor aboard the Europa, I want to see what you think of his plan.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Counts under her breath as the particles continue to add up.::: SFI: Thirty seconds, give or take.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Aye, sir.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: TO: I understand, please coordinate with FCO Felhaber.  I want his input.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Also, sir, we are about 10 minutes away from being overtaken by the Dominion fleet.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The tractor beam is stabalized.... for now.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Smiles in satisfaction.:: SFI: Well, let's hope this works.

FCO_Felhaber says:
COM: M'Tor: What is this plan? ::smiles::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Stands and leaves the RR::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@::sees the change in ID for the power systems:: CSO: I've got my fingers crossed... Mentally anyway. ::smiles and looks over his shoulder::

TO_Logan says:
@TO_M'Tor:  The tractor beam is stabilized for the time being.

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM: CTO: Prepare to receive the container. Where would you like me to transport it?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ TO_Logan: We're just about done. You can take back primary power for the tractor beam.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps up to the captains chair, eyes on the view screen.::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: If no one else needs you. I think you should return to the Europa now.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Shows Jim her crossed fingers.::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
COMM: CSO: I'm in the torpedoes room right now, I have the baby here, send it here.

TO_Logan says:
@SFI:  Thank you    ::makes the necessary changes::

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  The captain asked me to remain here for the moment.  ::Looks at him::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the CNS.::

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM:CTO: All right Mr. Nimitz. It's on it's way. ::Double checks the coordiates and then initiates the transport.::

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Sir, from my understanding, it is interesting, and will require a lot of navigational corrections, but...

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Halcyc ship diverts extra power to extend their shields around the Europa.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Turns to OPS and nods her head in greeting.::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Motions CNS To take her seat and heads to Tactical::

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Even with our extended shielding, will our weapons be enough to handle twenty or more more technologically advanced ships?

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: If you wish.   But I fail to see the logic in sacrificing yourself.

CSO_Rya says:
@CO: The verteron particles have been collected and sent to Lt. Nimitz.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: We are more than fifty years behind them, sir.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
Computer: Transfer verteron particles from the containor to torpedo 1265/78

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  I have no intention of sacrificing myself.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: Dominion fleet is 2 minutes away.

Host CO_Senn says:
@CSO: Well done. Please check the transporter locks on the Hudson crew.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Again, the piloting will be tricky, and I don't know very much about weaponry, sir.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
Computer> CTO: Done. Torpedo 1265/78 filled up to 100% of its capacity.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Steps down and takes OPS::

TO_M`Tor says:
@CO: Captain.. we are 2 minutes away. :: blinks ::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: You mirror my concerns... I just wanted a second opinion.  Still, could you handle the flying if we slave the Europa's control to your console too, I think you are the only one who has a chance.

CSO_Rya says:
@CO: Aye Captain.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::closes down his access to the console and walks back down to the command area::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
*XO*: Captain, the torpedo is ready, the explosion has been set up to maximum efficiency.

TO_Logan says:
@::with the Dominion only moments away, she gets very nervous and she tries to hide that she is nervous::

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: You want me to fly two ships at once, sir? ::turns in seat::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
*CTO*: Now or never Mr. Nimitz.

CSO_Rya says:
@::While checking the transporter locks, turns to speak to Jim, but sees that he's left and then just goes back to her work.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Inputs her codes and checks over the various stations and power reserves::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: We are ready to attempt the CTO's plan.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::nods at M'Tor:: TO: Send a shipwide comm to notify the rest of the crew. We're still at red alert so... that's all it will take I suppose.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: Prepare the self destruc sequence.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
*XO*: Now ::Fires the torpedo::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: Who else?

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Notes that Lt Taylor had everything well in hand.::

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: I would like you to know that I have never flown two ships, let alone two STARSHIPS at the same time, sir.  But you will have the best I can give you.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods :: CO: Aye Captain. *ALL*: We are 2 minutes away. Qap'la !

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::walks to the TL::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Glances at the FCO, then back to OPS.::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::raises an eyebrow... Q'apla seems like it::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: Like I said, you are the only one that I would even consider asking.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Dominion fleet is coming into range now... M'Tor took 2 minutes to relay the message.

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Are we going to extend our shields around the Hudson? I see the Halcyc already did that with us.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Looks over at M'Tor:: TO: Qap'la. ::mispronounces it.::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::enters the bridge and takes tactical:: XO: Torpedo is on its way.

TO_Logan says:
@::monitors her console::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: Torpedo has been launched we should know if it works soon.  If not it is up to you wether we engage my plan or M'tors. <cont>

TO_M`Tor says:
@:: nods :: CO: Extending shields Captain

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::sees the ships incoming and places a supporting hand on Captain Senn's shoulder:: CO: Showtime..

FCO_Felhaber says:
::clears his thoughts and awaits security clearance to control the Europa's navigational systems in addition to the Hudson's::

CSO_Rya says:
@::Monitors the sensors and power flows.::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Types in the Computer::Computer: Start Self-Destruct Mode.  This is Acting First Officer Lt. Walter Taylor. Authorization. Taylor Alpha-4-2-Beta-Tango

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: FCO Felhaber is ready to fly both ships, which is the only way I see to coordinate the actions, but I am skeptical that this plan is better than mine.

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: M'Tors will buy us some time... It will make it easier to beam you to the Europa if the time isn't enough. We'll try it first.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::begins laying in a few preliminary flight paths and positions for the two ships to assume relative to one another::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The torpedo heads towards the fleet...  several JH ships try to destroy it, but it makes it near the center of the fleet, and detonates...

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: Very well, who shall shield and which ship shall be offensive?

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: Sir, at what distance from us will the Europa's shielding be most effective?

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: Most of the fleet drops out of warp, and sensors are temporarily disabled.

CSO_Rya says:
@CO: The Hudson launched the torpedo.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: My Codes are entered. Just waiting on yours, sir.

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: Halcyc and Europa will be shields. Both Halcyc and Hudson will be offensive. We'll keep our firepower at the ready just in case.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
FCO: effective against what?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::looks at M'Tor:: TO: Extend our shields and link the navigational computer with the Hudson's and the Halcyc's.

Host CO_Senn says:
@CSO: Do we have any results yet?

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: Effective for our use?  The Europa's shielding will be around us, so I'm assuming the closer the Europa is to us the better?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Shields are extended Captain. Now linking the Computer :: creates link ::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: Understood.  We shall initiate Flight control override on your mark.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::smiles:: CO: They appear to have dropped out of warp - or at least a number of them have. I'm trying to confirm now.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: This is your show, get ready.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: looks at the TAC sensors ::

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Aye, sir.  Ready when you are.

TO_Logan says:
@::continues to monitor her console::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: Very good... standby assist the CTO if he needs it.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::sits next to the captain and looks over the monitors::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::fingers hover over the helm waiting a response::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: Nimitz' plan had some success it seems. Establishing nav link now. ::nods at M'Tor::

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Captain, I've received word that the Alpha Quadrant reinforcements have met some resistance, they will be delayed.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
FCO: I'm sorry, yes, much closer, mucho more effective, that's right

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: Divert all power to weapons when we engage in battle, spare not a drop of energy for anything else.

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  Acknowledged.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: I was afraid you'd say that.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::closes his eyes and silently curses Murphy::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::bites her lower lip. Just what she feared:: COM: Selicept: Acknowledged Major.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Checks power demands, and alters them accordingly.::

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Sir, be ready for a bumpy ride.  All ships are going to be in extreme close quarters and I may have to adjust manually for the Europa.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: You pick them and shoot them...

OPS_Taylor says:
::Stands at TAC II::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Takes note of the power increase in various areas, prepared to send it to weapons.::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::laughs:: FCO: I guess you have the hard part of this

CSO_Rya says:
@::Tries to refine the sensors to pick out how many Jem'Hadar ships are still heading for them at warp.::

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: Tell me where you want to go, and I'll take you there, sir.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: Sensors come back online, and a few Jem'Hadar ships are detected heading towards the three ships.. they appear to be re-routing all power to warp drive and weapons. No shields are detected around them. Time to intercept: 3 minutes.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: shuts down all non-essential systems and transfers to the shields ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::waiting for Rya to get a reliable scan::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::sees newest data and stands straight up::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Checks the transporter locks on the various crew remaining on the Hudson.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: We have 3 minutes Captain... we have only 3 ships coming towards us

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Still waiting for the Europa helm confirmation, sir.

CSO_Rya says:
@CO: Captain, several of the Dominion ships are still heading for us. They should reach us in three minutes. They appear to be rerouting all power to warp and weapons - no detectable shields.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Scans the Ships coming:: XO: Sir, 3 ships no shields on either of them just weapons.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::feels somewhat relieved. Three is better than twenty-two::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: Sir have you seen the data?

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: We just have. I was going to ask you the same.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: If we attack, we might catch them with their shields down...

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  The question being, why.  A trap?

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Europa helm confirmation received, sir.  I am moving the Europa to within 250 meters of our stern.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
XO: I say we turn around and engage them as soon as we can, before they get over the verteron torpedo

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM:CTO: Excellent job Lt. Nimitz.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: I agree...

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: A trap?

TO_M`Tor says:
@CO: Speed is of the essence Captain, We have to meet the new group from the Alpha Quadrant.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
COMM: CSO: Thank you ma'am. It was my pleasure

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Turns in her chair::  XO:  Where is the logic of coming at us with shields down?

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The three JH ships in range in 5.. 4.. 3...

FCO_Felhaber says:
Bridge: Moving the Europa to 200 meters from our stern.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: They are in range.. NOW

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: I agree with the Counselor, it could be a trap.  Our sensors are down.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::Torps and phasers ready....::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::thinks for a moment:: COM: XO: Agreed. But they're upon us already...

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: Because of Mr. Nimitz weapon they can no longer match our speed and maintain shields...

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The JH ships open fire, the sudden firepower weakening aft shields slightly..

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Nods::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::jostles in seat::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
XO: Weapons ready, sir, at your orders

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Make sure our shields stay at their best.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: Full around engage attack patterns.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::awaits the XO's orders to engage::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Deverts all power to weapons::

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Captain, I suggest we exit warp and engage, or else you can't use your enhanced phasers.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Grips her console and decides now would be a good time to sit down to work and does so.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods to the Captain :: TO_Logan: Get power from ANYWHERE.. just put it in the shields.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: Show these stupid killing machines what some ancient will and know how can do.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Aye, sir.  Changing course 181 mark 030. ::moves all the ships towards the Dominion fleet::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: Selicept/FCO: On your cue, Major.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: We are engaging.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Goes to ENG I and puts power into the aft shielding::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: Selicept: We are going in.

Host Major_Selicept says:
$::prepping weapons::

TO_Logan says:
@TO_M'Tor:  Yes Sir I'm trying.  ::her fingers feverishly moving over the console to do what is asked::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Closely monitors the power::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Continues to monitor the transporter locks on the crew of the Hudson, as well as the sensors.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The 3 JH ships are taking damage, but they are continuing their assault.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::dips the ships under the Dominion fleet and comes back around::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CO: Will we be adjusting our posture to attack?

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::smiles:: XO: That's the spirit sir. I'm afraid you're never getting your own ship, you're to bloodthirsty for Starfleet's taste ::Fires!::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: monitors the power being routed to the shields ::

FCO_Felhaber says:
Changing course, offensive manuever Alpha 2.  Mark.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: We are following the Hudson, actually. For the time being we are just shields.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
FCO: Got it, Alpha 2..

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: let me know your concerns as you see fit.

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO: Shields holding.  Minor damage to the lower decks.  ::Adjusts power flow from damaged areas::  Power rerouted.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::waits till the ship in the correct position and fires::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::notices a slight discrepancy in Europa helm control::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CO: Understood. ::smiles reassuringly:: If we can get past this hurdle, we'll be much better off.

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  Acknowledged.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Sir, I'm going to have to make a few manual course corrections for the Europa.

TO_Logan says:
@::finishes re routing more power to the shields::  TO_M'Tor:  I have done it Sir, Lets hope that will be enough.  ::smiles::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: Start shutting everything down.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: attempts to correct the discrepancy with the helm control ::

FCO_Felhaber says:
Changing course.  Offensive manuever, Delta 5.  Mark.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::manages to smile back:: SFI: If we do... yes we will.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ TO_Logon: We shall soon know... :: grits teeth ::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::executes the Hudson manuever automatically, and makes manual course corrections for the Europa::

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: The CNS has done that already.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Puts a hand to her abdomen and thinks 'it'll be okay baby.'::

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: Captain, release the tractor beam on us, we'll draw the fire away from you.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::changes to pattern Delta 5 and fires::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::her eyes roam over the ship, watching each officer, not extremely comfortable but confident that everyone's giving their very best::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS/CNS: Very good.  ::his nervousness is starting to show::

Host CO_Senn says:
@CSO: Release the tractor beam on the Halcyc vessel.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Begins to shut down life support on all decks, the last power source.::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::looks to the Captain:: CO: Aye. ::Releases the tractor beam.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: One of the JH ships has its port warp nacelle blown off, slowing it slightly.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: I've brought the Europa to within 100 meters of us sir, shielding should be less taxed.

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: Selicept: Done, Major. Good luck.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: frowns at the COMM from Selicept and awaits the order from the Captain before releasing the ship ::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: Acknowledged.  godd thinking.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: Changing course.  Offensive Manuever Gamma 2.  Mark.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::makes manual course corrections for the Europa::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::lets the Europa move back to 100 meters from the Hudson before they both colide::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::If not for the surgering of the warpcore, the ship had the feeling of being empty... abondoned... alone.::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::pleased by how his crew is coordinating::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
FCO: Gamma 2, understood ::aims as carefully as he can to a JM warp core and fires modified torp and phaser to the same point::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Halcyc scoutship swerves towards the JH ships, firing a volley of missiles.. the JH ship referenced earlier is destroyed.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Sir, we are going to need to end this quickly, I don't think I can keep up.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: Pick a target, and I'll aim us there, sir.

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The remaining two JH ships concentrate their fire on the Europa and Hudson.. they are receiving heavy damage..

OPS_Taylor says:
::Reinforces the Warp Core::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Emergency lights flicker along the consoles, lighting the various expressions on the crews faces::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Buckles in the seat::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@::rocks a little in his chair as the ship takes hits::

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Status of our shields? ::as the ship rocks::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO: You have to, we have no choice.  I believe that you can do it Mr Felhaber.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
FCO: Let's pass by Ship1's port, their shields are weaker there

FCO_Felhaber says:
::changes course to the CTO's target::  Changing course, Offensive Manuever Alpha 3.  Mark.

FCO_Felhaber says:
XO: Aye, sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Holding... Captain.. We shall keep them that way... Somehow

FCO_Felhaber says:
Making manual course corrections for the Europa again.  ::does so::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::grips his chair arms as he feels the effects of the JH weapons::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The Halcyc ship returns fire, but the JH ships are maneuvering to avoid the weapons.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Reroutes power to the transporter system.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  Sheilds holding at 70%.  Hull breach on deck 3 and 7.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::repeats what he did before concentrating both torps and phasers on one single point::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CNS: Understood, do your best.

FCO_Felhaber says:
CTO: Sir, making another pass by that ship!  ::adjusts course to bring them past it::

FCO_Felhaber says:
Offensive Manuever Kappa 5, sir.  Mark.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Begins going through the damage reports coming in from around the ship.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Nods not conserned as there is no life on below the bridge.::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COM: CO: When we are down to one opponent I reccomend that we split and have both ships go on full offensive.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
FCO: They can't hold much longer ::fires to the same point on JMship1::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::head swims at the amount of information Captain Senn has to keep track of, silently grateful that he usually works alone::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: One of the JH ships is thrown into a spiral, and crashes into the combined shields of the Europa and Hudson.. minor explosions occur on both shields.. combined shields down to 50%..

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods :: CO: I agree Captain. I shall prepare to re-route power to the weapons

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: Looks like you'll have a lot of work if we make it through this...

FCO_Felhaber says:
::brings the Hudson/Europa around for a third and fourth pass of JHship1::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: XO: Acknowledged, Commander. We'll do that. Be careful.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::knocked out of seat::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::shakes head and jumps back to the helm::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::grabs Nayla before she gets thrown from her seat::

CNS_T`Salea says:
XO:  Hudson and Europa shields are down to 50%

OPS_Taylor says:
::Is thrown from the seat::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ TO_Logon: Monitor the shields :: re-routes the power to the weapons ::

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: Captain, we're receiving reports of injuries throughout the ship and ::bounces in her seat with the latest volley::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
COMM: CO:  & CTO/FCO: Ready for seperation. all out attack on you mark sir.

TO_Logan says:
@TO_M'Tor:  Yes Sir  ::monitors the shields::

FCO_Felhaber says:
::coughs and rubs head:: CTO: Coming about on the last ship, sir.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: holds on to the console as the ship shakes ::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The remaining Jem'Hadar ship fires a few missiles towards the Hudson and Europa.. impact in 10 seconds... the Halcyc ship is concentrating fire on the JH..

CSO_Rya says:
@ Anyone: Shields are down to 50%

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
FCO:CTO: You heard the plan get ready to seperate.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Glances at the FCO, then back at her station.::

TO_Logan says:
@::steadies herself::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
XO: Ready sir

FCO_Felhaber says:
::readies to disengage Europa helm control::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Weapons are ready Captain.. Acquiring Locks on Phasers and Quantum Torpedoes.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::looks over at Commander T'Salea and then back to the helm::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::places his finger one inch above the fire button::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Gets back up and to the ENG I console.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The JH missiles impact the Hudson, causing a MASSIVE explosion on the Bridge... Commander Zaldivar is thrown from his chair into the viewscreen, and FCO Felhaber is hit by Zaldy's flying body, knocking him unconscious.

FCO_Felhaber says:
::zing::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Holds on tight::

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Fire for effect, I want to see them go with a big boom.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the XO:: XO: Commander.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: fires a full volley of torpedoes and phasers ::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Firing Captain

Host Major_Selicept says:
ACTION: The last JH ship is destroyed by the combined efforts of the 3 ships.. the Hudson is drifting in space..

CNS_T`Salea says:
::locks the station and gets up to check them out.::

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: The Hudson just sustained serious damage!

OPS_Taylor says:
::Gets up to the CONN::

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::jumps over his console and takes the helm:: OPS: you're in charge *Sickbay*: Emergency on the bridge

Host CO_Senn says:
@::watches the JH ship go with a big boom indeed, then hears Rya::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::lies crumpled, severe bleeding from head wound::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: Hudson: Report.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Checks for lifesigns::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CTO:  There is no one in sickbay.  The ship is locked down.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: The last ship is destroyed.

CNS_T`Salea says:
OPS:  Lt. Take command.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
CNS; I have some medical training and you?

OPS_Taylor says:
COMM: Europa: CO: Major injuries, occurred, I need an emergency beam out of the XO and FCO!

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Good job, Ensign. Really good. Ask the Halcyc about their status.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Stands up and goes to her station::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CTO:  yes.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ COMM:Halcyc: Selicept: Your status Major ?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::turns to Rya:: CSO: Site to site transport for Commander Zaldivar and Lt. Felhaber... to sickbay.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Hears the comm and is pressing the activation sequence.::

Host CO_Senn says:
@*Sickbay* Incoming wounded from the Hudson, stand by to receive them.

CNS_T`Salea says:
COMM: Europa:  We have had a major hit.  Commander Zaldavar is badly hurt.  Lt. Felhaber has a minor concusion.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::runs to the emergency panel on one of the wall and takes a medical kit:: CNS: You handle the tricorder, I'm not good with it

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: monitors LRS in search of other ships ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Nods, working on the XO, waiting for beam out.::

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: We took minor damage, we will be fine.. long-range sensors are detecting the Dominion fleet... they will reach us in 3 hours. Also, another fleet coming from the Bajoran wormhole, but sensors can not determine who they are from this range. They will intercept us in about 2.5 hours..

TO_Logan says:
@::breathes a sigh of relief that the Jem'Hadar ships have been destroyed::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Waits for the confirmation:: CO: They've been beamed aboard.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@::arrives in Sickbay, still zinged::

OPS_Taylor says:
CNS: How are they?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Captain ? Did you hear ? :: frowns ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Watches as the two bodies beam out::

OPS_Taylor says:
CTO: Take the helm, Lt.

CNS_T`Salea says:
OPS:  They are aboard the Europa.  Felhaber will be fine.  The commander's prognosis is not known.

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: Selicept: Major, we'll stay here for the time being while we assess damage to the USS Hudson. Ideas are welcome though. have you received anything from the Federation fleet that was going to meet with us?

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: I'm afraid I did.

OPS_Taylor says:
CNS: Understood, Please assess damage on the ship.

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::looks at his bloody uniform and then at CNS and OPS:: CNS: you think Cmdr Zaldivar will make it?

Host CO_Senn says:
@CSO: Thank you, Lieutenant. Have sickbay report on their progress as soon as they can.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: goes through the ship's damaged systems ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Returns to OPS station and assesses damage::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: OPS: What's the status of the ship, Lt?

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::takes helm:: OPS: I suggest bringing all the crew back to start repairs and stuff::

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: Yes Captain. ::tries to keep her hands from trembling as she contacts sickbay.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
CTO:  He is in good hands.

OPS_Taylor says:
COMM:CO: we are not sure.  I suggest we bring repair crews back, sir.

Host Major_Selicept says:
$COM: Europa: We can reconfigure our nanobots to help repair the damage. It should only take about 30 minutes to reconfigure them. Also, I have not heard from the AQ fleet. The Dominion may be jamming their signals.. or maybe it is Dominion...

CTO_Luk_Nimitz says:
::takes a deep breath and tries to forget the image of the commander flying across the brige and hitting the main viewscreen::

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: OPS: All right, stand by.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: frowns :: Self: Nanobots ??? 26th Century indeed

OPS_Taylor says:
COMM: CO: Aye.

CNS_T`Salea says:
;:Notes a slight shake to her hand as she reads damage reports.  A frown briefly mars her brow.::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::frowns at the report back from sickbay.:: CO: They'll contact you as soon as there is any word.

Host CO_Senn says:
@COM: Selicept: Your help is appreciated, Major. Please let us know about how we can be of help to reconfigure the nanobots. The USS Hudson in particular is in great need of them.

Host CO_Senn says:
@CSO: All right. We shall wait. In the meantime, have engineering send a repair crew to the Hudson.

Host Major_Selicept says:
Damage assessment:
Europa - Shields at 65%, main power stable, weapons at 90%. Minor injuries throughout the ship, 3 major, no deaths.
Hudson - Shields at 40%, main power at 70%, weapons at 70%, many minor injuries, 5 critical, 1 death. (a lowly red shirt who was too close to a console)

Host CO_Senn says:
@::itching to leave the bridge and visit sickbay, but can't leave the bridge right now::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::nods to Captain Senn and begins coordinating the repair teams.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Gives OPS that report::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: looks at the damage report :: CO: Our teams should have no trouble with our systems Captain. I suggest the nanobots be concentrated on the Hudson.

CNS_T`Salea says:
COMM:  Europa:  Prepare for wounded.  Five are reported critical.  One deceased.

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: They will be as soon as Selicept is ready to share.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Stands behind the Conn::CNS: Thank you. Coordinate with the Europa with the repair crews.

FCO_Felhaber says:
@::still zinged in Sickbay::

CNS_T`Salea says:
OPS:  Acknowledged.  Do wish hull breaches to be primary or shall we leave those decks to space for now and concentrate on main areas?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: chuckles :: CO: Understood Captain.

Host Major_Selicept says:
@<Nurse Hurtzdonut> ::gives Felhaber an anti-zing hypospray..::

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM: Hudson: Beam them over when ready.

OPS_Taylor says:
CNS: Main areas shields, main power first then the hull.

CNS_T`Salea says:
::Nods and sends the orders to engineering.::

FCO_Felhaber says:
@::is anti-zung and sits up on the biobed, rubbing his head:: Nurse: It sure does hurt.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@::sits back in the chair, listening to the reports::

CSO_Rya says:
@ *Sickbay*: Prepare for five more critically wounded and one deceased.

CNS_T`Salea says:
COMM: Europa:  You may beam them over now.

Host Major_Selicept says:
@<Nurse Hurtzdonut> Felhaber: Poor baby... ::pushes him back down on the biobed::  Now lay down while I run some scans.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::hears Rya and sighs... for the time being the death count is only at one. She hopes it stays that way::

CSO_Rya says:
@COMM: Hudson: Aye counselor. ::Beams them all directly to sickbay.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: maintains a eye on the repair team reports and the LRS ::

OPS_Taylor says:
Computer: Disengage Self-Destruct Sequence Authorization Taylor-4-2-Beta-Tango

Host Major_Selicept says:
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