ACTD WIDE USS Europa - Journey’s End”
Stardate 10112.02

Host MikeyS says:
<<< Begin ACTD-Wide Mission - Europa: "Journey's End", Part I  --  Stardate 10112.02, 20:04 Eastern >>>

Host CO_Senn says:
::on the bridge, sitting in her chair::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Sitting at OPS::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::on the bridge at Tac2 reviewing data on the system and the Borg::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Smiles down at Julia as she sleeps.::

CSO_Vekh says:
::on quarters with Alara...and little Julia::

CNS_Azhure says:
::In her office, reviewing reports, deliberately keeping her mind off the Borg, not wanting to invite painful memories long since buried.::

Host MikeyS says:
INFO: With no the FCO, the Europa is spinning towards a blackhole.
Errrr, the ship is 10 minutes from the Kinjo system.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::in HD1, practicing with ancient projectile weapons on suspiciously Borg-like targets::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Reaches over and holds onto Drayan's hand tightly.:: CSO: It's so hard to leave her.

Host CO_Senn says:
::reads the different readiness reports, it looks like everyone took their duties seriously::

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: We are 10 Minutes from the Kinjo System.

CSO_Vekh says:
::passes his arm over Alara's shoulder:: Alara: True, Imzadi. She seems so defenseless...

Host CO_Senn says:
OPS: Thank you, lieutenant.

Host CO_Senn says:
FCO: Prepare to drop from warp.

CEO_Tyreen says:
<Engineering Crewman> *CEO* Please report to ME, sir, those tune-ups are ready for a final check.

Host CO_Senn says:
::turns around, and as she sees no Vekh, she smiles and taps her badge:: *CSO* Commander, to the bridge.

CEO_Tyreen says:
*ME* On my way, crewman.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Leans against Drayan and looks at the chronometer.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::steps out of the lift as the doors slide open::

Host CO_Senn says:
CTO: What do our sensors tell us, lieutenant?

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: What do you think of the Borg?

CSO_Vekh says:
::hears the CO's call:: *CO*: I'm on my way, sir.

CEO_Tyreen says:
Computer: End program, store DIEBORGALPHA in the replicator on engineering.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Sighs:: CSO: I hate the Borg.

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: I believe they arrre a verrry hostile species with verrry few tactical disadvantages sirrr.

CSO_Vekh says:
Alara: Imzadi, I guess it's time to work. Computer: activate Vekh-H1

CNS_Azhure says:
::Turns off her computer after realizing she had just read the same report 3 times and still did not know what it said.::

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: Aye Dropping out of warp. ::Drops out of warp before the ship misses the system:: Entering the Kinjo System.

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: What do you feel about the Borg?

CEO_Tyreen says:
::arrives in ME, runs through checks:: *Bridge* CO: Everythings running at 110 percent, Captain.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::glances over at the tactical area before walking down around the rail and stopping in the expanse before the viewscreens::

CSO_Vekh says:
<Emergency Babysitting Hologram> CSO: State the nature of the youth emergency...

Host CO_Senn says:
::silently thanks the Prophets for blessings like Taylor::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Sighs again and then laughs when she sees the hologram.:: CSO: We do have a flesh and blood babysitter. ::whispers, so as not to offend the EBH.::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Feeling the ship drop from warp, stands and leaves her office.::

Host CO_Senn says:
*CEO* We're there, ensign. Good job.

CSO_Vekh says:
::sighs at standardized Starfleet programming:: EBH: You take care of her or else..

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::ponders the question:: CTO: I don't feel anything forrr them sirrr. I just feel that they should be fought at everrry opporrrtunity.

CEO_Tyreen says:
*CO* On my way up, Ma'am.  ::heads for the bridge::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::watches the screen in silence, occasionally glancing at the captain::

Host CO_Senn says:
::exchanges a glance with West, feeling some tension start to creep up her back::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Smiles at Drayan:: CSO: Well, I suppose Julia's as safe as she can be for now. ::Gestures to the door.:: CSO: Shall we?

CEO_Tyreen says:
::walks on to the bridge, takes post::

CNS_Azhure says:
Computer:  Bridge... ::she leans back against the TL wall.  Between the birth of the XO's new baby and their potential encounter with the borg, it was almost too much for her heart.::

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: Great, just wanted to be sure you'll be objective about them. I don't need heroes, just people doing their jobs. If you hear any tactical or security officer that in your opinion is too willing to kill Borgs, let me know.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::hums softly to himself, still watching the screen::

CSO_Vekh says:
Alara: Well, shall we go? ::leans over and kisses Julia's forehead gently:: Julia: Sleep well, Shalla

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: No sign of Borg in the area.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Kisses Julia's forehead as well and manages to give Drayan a quick kiss in the turbolift before they reach the bridge.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::stands up and crosses her arms, looking at the screen::

CSO_Vekh says:
::exits the room with Alara and gets to the turbolift:: TL: Bridge

CTO_Nimitz says:
::"stupid slow sensors":: CO:There's no sign of Borg activity in the area, sir.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Unusually quiet, still, she steps onto the bridge.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::nods slowly at the CTO:: CTO: Are there any other vessels in the vicinity?

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: However the gravimetric distortions limit the range of the sensors. You will have to go in for a closer look.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Nervously thinks of the Borg, but doesn't say anything to Drayan::

CSO_Vekh says:
::exits the TL onto the bridge:: CO: Reporting as ordered sir

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: I have the beginnings of a possible idea to disable any transwarp activity, however, at the moment, it would also make warp drive impossible.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::glances back at Nayla again, like he's going to say something, but returns his gaze to the screen::

CTO_Nimitz says:
CO: I couldn't tell, gravimetric distortions in the area limit our sensors, we need to get closer.

CNS_Azhure says:
::walks over to the command center and steps down to her chair.::

CTO_Nimitz says:
CO: I suggest yellow alert.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Hesitates at the turbolift doors, but follows Drayan onto the bridge and walks to her seat.:: Self: ~~I hate the Borg.~~

Host CO_Senn says:
CTO: We are at yellow alert ::smiles sweetly::

FCO_B`lee says:
::in the shuttlebay making sure the shuttles are properly armed, not wanting to go into an engagement with the Borg without a good phaser rifle at his side::

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO: Commander, please take your station. I'd like to know if the... disturbances detected by SFC are still there.

CSO_Vekh says:
::his enhanced hearing picks Alara's curse, but he says nothing...mainly because he agrees with her::

CTO_Nimitz says:
::glances at the yellow lights all around and slaps his forehead::

CSO_Vekh says:
::gets to Science One and to work:: CO: Aye sir. I'll have a briefing momentarily...

CNS_Azhure says:
::Tenseness radiates throughout her body::

FCO_B`lee says:
::gives the shuttle technicians a stern talking to about keeping the shuttles properly prepped and ready::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Settles into her chair.:: CO: Any sign of them yet?

Host CO_Senn says:
CEO: It might be interesting if you could discuss it with Lieutenants Taylor and B'lee. Just in case.

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: Aye.

CSO_Vekh says:
CO/XO: I have preliminary astrometric data on the Kinjo system ::puts the sensors to scans for disturbances and neutrino emissions::

FCO_B`lee says:
::leaves the shuttlebay, heading towards a turbolift, a phaser strapped tightly to his thigh::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Her thoughts stretch outwards, enter twined with the ghosts from her past.::

FCO_B`lee says:
TL: Bridge...

Host CO_Senn says:
XO: Nothing so far. You shouldn't be here, you know... ::smiles:: I hope I can kick you out of here as soon as possible.

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO: All right, what do we have there...?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::smiles a bit at the banter, but doesn't turn around::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Grins at Nayla:: CO: I feel fine.

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: Captain, should we scan for transwarp signatures?

Host CO_Senn says:
::waits for B'lee to arrive so she feels safer moving into the system::

Host CO_Senn says:
CEO: Do so.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::raises eyebrow at the Captains order, looks toward OPS::

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: Shall I take her in, sir?

Host XO_Rya says:
::Picks up some of Azhure's emotions and would lean over except for that would put her in Nayla's lap, so instead she makes a note to herself to speak with the CNS at the first opportunity.::

Host CO_Senn says:
XO: I trust you do... ::sits back down and lowers her voice:: And I'm glad to have you here.

FCO_B`lee says:
::steps out of the turbolift giving the phaser on his thigh a gently thump of reassurance, heads down towards the flight controls relieving Ensign Wobbles::

Host CO_Senn says:
OPS: I guess so. We need a closer look after all... ::sees B'lee enter the bridge::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Finding nothing, leans back in her chair and forces herself to relax.::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO/CO: Kinjo is a binary system. Two G-type yellow stars orbiting each other

Host XO_Rya says:
CO: Thank you Captain. I'm glad to be here...I'll be even happier if we find no trace of the Borg. ::turns to listen to the CSO::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at FCO:: CO: Aye.  FCO: Returning Helm control to you.

Host CO_Senn says:
FCO: Please take your station, lieutenant. Mr. Taylor was about to take us into the system, I guess you can take over from this point.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::folds his arms and leans on the rail, still watching the screen and not saying a word::

Host CO_Senn says:
::glances at her counselor, then stands up and walks to the science console::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO/CO: There are several gravimetric distortions due to the presence of the binary system that may make flight dangerous but only if the ship comes in contact with any of the gravitational waves

FCO_B`lee says:
::adjusts the loose red duty jacket he's wearing and slips behind the controls:: OPS: Understood Lieutenant Taylor... ::glances at Senn:: CO: I'm on it, Captain.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Listens to the rest of Drayan's report and then takes the opportunity to lean across the CO's now empty chair.:: CNS <very softly>: Are you alright?

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO: I am sure B'lee will keep us safe ::smiles:: Just coordinate the best path with him to gather information.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Blinks, pulling her thoughts back to the present forefully.  A week smile::  XO:  Yes.  I'm fine.

FCO_B`lee says:
::runs a hands through his hair, pushing it back and tucking it behind his ears before placing his hands on the controls and giving the viewscreen a determined stare:: All: Ahead three quarters, impulse ... engines performing normally.

Host CO_Senn says:
::hears B'lee with half her attention, wondering...::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
CO: Aye sir ::turns to the FCO:: FCO: Lieutenant, I'm making available a link between gravimetric sensors and your console

OPS_Taylor says:
::Redirects power to the Deflector Dish, and Sensor Grid:: CO: I suggest a Class 1 Probe, sir.

FCO_B`lee says:
::turns in his chair slightly towards an auxillary panel:: CSO: Go ahead, Commander Vekh... ::leans over the console till the glow reflects off his skin:: ...feed is good.

CEO_Tyreen says:
OPS: No probe would survive the forces in there. 

Host XO_Rya says:
::Smiles back at Azhure in sympathy.::

Host CO_Senn says:
OPS: You are correct.
CEO/OPS: We'd get information until it is destroyed.

CEO_Tyreen says:
OPS: It wouldn't last long enough for us to get telemetry.

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::finishes the links:: FCO: you might start using the sensor feed anything. Let me know of anything unusual

Host XO_Rya says:
CNS: Let me know if you need anything. ::Turns her attention back to what's going on on the bridge::

Host CO_Senn says:
CEO: Then we wouldn't either... right?

CNS_Azhure says:
::Nods::  XO:  Thank you.

FCO_B`lee says:
::reads the information in a way that only a pilot can:: All: There is a gravity well between the two stars ... we'll need to avoid it. CO: No sir, we would not.

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::divert part of the sensors towards the twin stars and continues scanning. Lots of data comes in::

Host CO_Senn says:
FCO: Thank you Mr. B'lee.

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: Yes, which is why I would suggest extensive sensor information, then us getting out of here before we meet any light skinned, cyber implanted sons of....Borg, ma'am.

Host CO_Senn says:
::would chuckle but refrains from doing it::

Host CO_Senn says:
::turns to Tyreen:: CEO: I guess we can try both.
CSO: Please prepare a class 1 probe.

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: Your call.

CSO_Vekh2 says:
CO: Immediately, sir ::begins programming the sensors on the probe::

FCO_B`lee says:
::occurs to him in the small part of his mind not concentrating on the task at hand that the Borg are one of the few species he likes even less than Cardassians::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Goes up to Lt. Nimitz.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks at the chrono at the bottom of the screen, waiting::

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: If we set the frequency for known transwarp telemetry, we could get a reading off the resulting feedback, it would take a few seconds, so the data would be old, but it's the best thing I can think of. 

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::continues analysing the data:: XO/CO: I'm picking up several gravimetric distortions scattered throughtout the system.

SEC_KTracht says:
::enters the bridge coming from one of the TLs::

Host XO_Rya says:
CTO: Have you ever faced the Borg before?

CSO_Vekh2 says:
CO: The probe is ready.

Host CO_Senn says:
CSO: Is it coherent with a binary system?

SEC_KTracht says:
::approaches the Tactical console::

Host CO_Senn says:
CTO: Please launch the probe.

Host XO_Rya says:
CSO: Do you have any idea what's causing the distortions Commander?

SEC_KTracht says:
::waits for the CTO to be relatively free to talk to him::

FCO_B`lee says:
::turns again towards the auxiliary console as Vekh's probe is launched::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
CO: I'm filtering the data right now, sir ::categorizes the data with known binary systems in LCARS::

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: Suddenly ALL systems on the Europa are frozen. Most screens on the ship show black, with the Bridge consoles showing the Greek symbol OMEGA.

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: lauch the probe. XO&SEC: I'll be with you in a second

CEO_Tyreen says:
ALL/Self: What the Hell?

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: The camera zooms in on Captain Senn's face.

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: Our Consoles are frozen.....

Host XO_Rya says:
::Stares at Nimitz's screen with a puzzled expression on her face.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::looks at Vekh's screen, then at the main viewscreen, almost frozen::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::is momentarily stunned at the console::

Host CO_Senn says:
FCO: Bring us back, out of the system.

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: Can't, navigation is offline.

FCO_B`lee says:
::finds that the helm is unresponsive:: CO: Captain, the helm has stopped responidng ... engines are shutting down. We're dropping out of impulse.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks up at Nayla.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::rushes to a console and taps the optical interface::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Sirrr, I cannot launch the probe. My console is frrrozen.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::walks up to Ens. B'lee and whispers:: FCO: I'm afraid I'll have to ask you to give that phaser, I don't remember receiving your petition

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks at the symbol on the console and tightens her hands on the chair, saying nothing, only turning to look at the captain.::

Host CO_Senn says:
FCO: You can now.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::blinks at the symbol:: Self: Paragon was wrong... What's this?

SEC_KTracht says:
::frowns, and turns around, trying to get some information from the Consoles::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::attempts to reboot the console::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Walks over to the CO:: CO: Captain?

Host CO_Senn says:
::her heart beating fast, she looks around at her crew:: All: Commander Rya has the bridge.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::begins hitting buttons::  CO: I can open a bridge rely.  Obviously this is some sort of virus, I can reset the systems, but...

FCO_B`lee says:
::glances at the Nimitz as all the controls stop functioning:: CTO: Don't you have better things to worry about right now?!

CNS_Azhure says:
::Nods, keeping to herself what she knows.::

SEC_KTracht says:
::raises an eyebrow, as the consoles are released as soon as the Captain fiddles with her console::

FCO_B`lee says:
::pushes his chair back and drops to the floor, moving under the console, opening the access hatch there::

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: All systems on the Bridge are unlocked.

Host CO_Senn says:
All: I'll be in my Ready Room.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::starts as his console blinks back to life::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks around the bridge and back at Nayla and nods.:: CO: Aye sir.

FCO_B`lee says:
::hears his console start bleeping, and raises an eyebrow ... he hadn't done anything yet::

SEC_KTracht says:
::watches as the whole crew follows the CO with their eyes until she dissapears into the RR::

Host CO_Senn says:
XO: Alara, keep us at the outskirts of the system. Let me know of any changes.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::watches the captain and follows::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Logs onto OPS, watches the captain goto the Ready room:: self: trouble...

Host CO_Senn says:
::walks to the RR and once inside rushes to the console as the doors close behind her::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Nods before the captain vanishes into her ready room::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::growls at his console then taps in the codes for probe launch and launches probe::

CEO_Tyreen says:
Self: Omega...hmmm...I've heard rumors of some sort of doomsday bomb....and several others...

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::sensor data returns:: Computer: Begin Level 5 diagnostics. Find the origin of the lock-out program

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Sirrr, prrrobe away.

CEO_Tyreen says:
Self: But why would it mess with our systems?

Host XO_Rya says:
FCO: You heard her. Let me know if there are any problems.

Host CO_Senn says:
::brings her console to life, opening an encrypted commlink directly to Admiral Edwards::

CEO_Tyreen says:
*ME*Crewman: Did anything strange just happen?

FCO_B`lee says:
::crawls out from under the console and stands up, surprised at the Captain's order:: CO: Captain...? ::sees she is gone bfore he can get another word out, pulls out his phaser and shoves it into Nimitz's hands before following the CO::

Host XO_Rya says:
CTO/TO: Keep a look out for any vessels.

ATO_P`Rraos says:
XO: Aye sirrr.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Sees B'lee:: FCO: Mr. B'lee, back to your station.

FCO_B`lee says:
::stops short of the ready room door:: XO: Sir?

SEC_KTracht says:
::follows the FCO, just in case::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::scans for vessels and sends probe telemetry to CSO and CTO::

CEO_Tyreen says:
<Crewman> *Bridge* CEO: Yes, sir.  We just had some sort of glich, everythings back to normal, though.  

Host CO_Senn says:
::manages to go round the table and sit down, while waiting for Edwards to answer the comm::

Host XO_Rya says:
FCO: You're needed at the helm. Is there some sort of problem you'd like to discuss?

CEO_Tyreen says:
*ME* Crewman: You keep running scans.  I want to know what that was.

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: Probe is picking something up.... Something is emerging from the distortions....

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::presses the chime on the RR door::

SEC_KTracht says:
::stands besides the FCO, questioning look in his eyes::

FCO_B`lee says:
::thinks maybe he's been a little too focused on the job at hand and missed a critical word::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Under her breath::  Something is coming through...

OPS_Taylor says:
CSO: Commander, Probe is picking up something, Commander...

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::observes closely the data and intensify scans:: XO: I'm getting feedback from the probe. Something seems to be emerging from the distortions

FCO_B`lee says:
::hears Vekh and curses himself, running back to his console::

SEC_KTracht says:
::taps the FCO's shoulder:: FCO : Come on B'Lee.. You're needed to fly this .. How do you call it? "overwheight barge"??

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::looks at the probe data coming in while trying to maintain his scan::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks at Azhure and then to Drayan.:: CSO: Commander Vekh, report.

Host CO_Senn says:
::looks up as she hears the chime, then walks to the door and opens it manually, to find West::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::presses the chime again::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Whispers::  XO:  Borg...

CTO_Nimitz says:
::notices K'tracht is already keeping an eye on the problem, and is relief to have such a good officer:: SEC: Take care, you understand me, I gotta return to TAC.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::hears the chime beep just as the doors open:: CO: I need to talk to you, Captain.

Host CO_Senn says:
SFI: Not now, Commander.

CEO_Tyreen says:
<Crewman> *Bridge* CEO: We have found the origin, sir.  It is the ship's main computer, but when I tried to find the program, all I got was access denied.  Level 10.  

Host XO_Rya says:
::A shiver runs down her back at the CNS's word, but she doesn't question how the El-Aurian knows, she believes her.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::wonders if he knows or not, but cannot risk it::

CEO_Tyreen says:
*ME* Crewman: Leave it alone then.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: I recommend, Red Alert.

Host XO_Rya says:
::It may be jumping the gun, but...:: CTO: Red Alert.

CEO_Tyreen says:
Self: I'll look into it myself, later...

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::lowers his voice:: CO: Please. It's important.

SEC_KTracht says:
::keeps close to the RR door, as West is there still::

CTO_Nimitz says:
XO: Aye sir ::presses the small red button::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Nods at Lt. Taylor.::

FCO_B`lee says:
::if he could have gotten any tenser, he does, as the red alert klaxon sounds::

Host CO_Senn says:
::lowers her voice as well:: SFI: I have a commlink with Command. I'll be with you right afterwards.

Host Adm_Edwards says:
ACTION: Two Borg spheres emerge from smaller distortions.. a larger tactical cube emerges from the singularity in the center between the two stars. The gravity of the two stars crushes the tactical cube, but the two spheres make it through. They are setting course straight for the Europa.

SEC_KTracht says:
::stands there, to the side, at the ready::

CNS_Azhure says:
::As the red alert sounds, she is dashed once again to the horrors of the past.::

CEO_Tyreen says:
XO: I believe I should report to Main Engineering.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::sighs:: CO: Captain, Paragon said something big was going to happen. He picked his best guess but what... what was that symbol. What he said was that the.. ::hears the tactical alarms going off::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
All: It's the Borg. Two spheres...and a Tactical Cube

ATO_P`Rraos says:
XO:: Sirrr, two borrrg spherrres on rrrout to us.

Host XO_Rya says:
CEO: Go.  ::sits down.:: FCO: Evasive manuvers.

Host XO_Rya says:
CSO: See if there is somewhere for us to hide or at least keep them at bay for a while.

Host CO_Senn says:
::looks at Rya, then at West, then back into her office at the "we're transferring your call" cute SFC logo::

SEC_KTracht says:
::frowns, and runs to the Tactical console:: CTO : Sir.. I'll activate security measures.. We need to be ready for a boarding party... We should arm all hands..

FCO_B`lee says:
XO: Evasive manuever sequence 32 Alpha, engaged... ::takes the ship through its paces::

CEO_Tyreen says:
::arrives in ME to find the staff scrambling for their Red Alert stations::

Host CO_Senn says:
SFI: Well, Paragon was right.

CTO_Nimitz says:
SEC: Do it so.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Reroutes power to shields and weapons::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::works furiously at console:: XO: Immediately. The singularity seems to have crushed the Cube. The spheres got through and are headed our way

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks a little unnerved:: CO: That's what I'm worried about. ::tries to think of what else to say::

FCO_B`lee says:
::curses Nimitz for disarming immediately before making contact with the Borg ::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::keeps eye on sphere positions and monitors phaser and shield status::

CNS_Azhure says:
::without conscious thought, a dagger appears in her hand.::

SEC_KTracht says:
::Starts making contact with all the security teams, have them arm every personnel::

FCO_B`lee says:
::hopefully:: XO: Maybe they won't be interested in us...

Host XO_Rya says:
::Grips the arms of her chair and stares at the ships::

Host XO_Rya says:
FCO: Maybe, but I'd rather stay out of their way until we know for certain.

Host CO_Senn says:
::still in a low voice:: SFI: I have a protocol to follow. We'll have to discuss it... ::looks again at the console, feeling the urge to take the bridge and knowing that Alara can take care of things without her. What a lousy situation to be in::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Sirrr, all weapons and shields at full strrrength.

OPS_Taylor says:
*CEO*: I need power like crazy rerouted to my console.

Host Adm_Edwards says:
ACTION: The spheres continue past the Europa. They jump to warp once they get outside the gravimetric interference.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::walks over to a replicator::  Computer: DIEBORGALPHA, sub item 7.  ::picks up the automatic pistol and tucks it into his belt::

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: Get emergency power ready to use when we need it, coordinate with Mr Tyreen

FCO_B`lee says:
::thinks it's rather like going after a Bajoran Ketoo Snake with a fly swatter, but keeps his opinions to himself::

SEC_KTracht says:
::keeps listening to all the progress reports on the security teams::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO: The spheres went to warp. Attempting to track destination and course

Host XO_Rya says:
::Exhales when they vanish from the screen.:: CSO: Track their warp trail for as long as you can.

FCO_B`lee says:
::breaths easier as he watches the cubes disappear into transwarp::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Aye sir ::blinks in surprise as his scans show the spheres go by them::

CEO_Tyreen says:
::notices a screen showing the main bridge viewer::  Self: What the...

Host Adm_Edwards says:
ACTION: A security alarm goes off on Nimitz's console, regarding the gun that was just replicated.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks at her oddly:: CO: Right... Later. ::turns from her and walks back across the bridge::

Host CO_Senn says:
::finally manages to find words to finish the sentence:: SFI:We'll have to discuss Paragon right after that part is done with.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Debates whether or not she should interupt the Captain.::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::works on console, pushing long range sensors to maximum resolution::

Host XO_Rya says:
CSO: How long can you track them for Commander?

CEO_Tyreen says:
Self: Hmmm...odd...they left... ::sets the gun back on the panel and taps "recycle"::

Host CO_Senn says:
::nods at West as he turns around, and then looks at Rya:: XO: Maintain position, commander.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::raises eyebrows:: XO: They just passed by.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Hears the Captain.:: CO: Aye sir.

FCO_B`lee says:
::definitely doesn't like the idea of "going after" the Borg::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO: Not for long, sir. Unless we follow them, I'll loose them within 30 minutes

CNS_Azhure says:
::Hearing the voice of an old friend in the back of her mind, her huanted expression vanishes to that of fierceness... whispered::  No... did not succeed last time, you won't this time.

Host CO_Senn says:
::closes the doors and sits at her desk::

CTO_Nimitz says:
::sends a security officer down to ME to investigate::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks down at the reports coming in through her console.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::breathes deep, head swimming with thoughts::

Host XO_Rya says:
OPS: Were there any detectable communcations between the Borg vessels?

SEC_KTracht says:
::smiles as the last progress report comes in:: CTO : All hands armed, and special security measures in place, Sir..

FCO_B`lee says:
::on the other hand, isn't sure he likes the idea that the Borg found something they liked even more than the Europa ... begins a intensive scan for any other ships in the area::

Host Adm_Edwards says:
ACTION: Incoming communication from Admiral Edwards, priority one.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Realzing the dagger is still in her hand, quietly resheaths it, continuing her reading.::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Bites her lip:: CSO: Keep tracking them please. Let me know if the trail starts to degrade too much. Also, please run continuous sensor sweeps of the area.

CTO_Nimitz says:
SEC: Great, but apparently they are not interested in us. However, keep the measures and the armed guards.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: None that I could recieve.  CO: Incoming message Rerouting to your Ready Room, Captain. ::Reroutes Admiral Edwards to the Long awaiting Captain::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO: Aye. ::reroutes part of the sensors to the gravity center between the stars, where the Borg emerged from::

Host CO_Senn says:
*OPS* Thank you lieutenant

SEC_KTracht says:
::nods:: CTO : I'll assume we're going after them, so we better keep the men in place.. Don't you think sir?

Host XO_Rya says:
::Walks up to Lt. Taylor.:: OPS: Where did the message originate from?

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks up and off into nothingness for a moment, then turns toward Cmd West.::

Host CO_Senn says:
::taps the console:: COM: Edwards: Admiral, I have news to report. None of the good kind, I'm afraid.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Quietly stands::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::continues his current scan of the area::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::lightly scratching his chin, watching the view screen::

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Priority One Message, sir.

CTO_Nimitz says:
SEC: By all means yes, that's I meant.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Walks over to West::  SFI:  Jim?

FCO_B`lee says:
::turns in his chair:: XO: No matter how sophisticated the sensor suite, the further they get from us the less accurate any estimation we make of their destination will be, Commander.

Host XO_Rya says:
OPS: Can you trace it?

CEO_Tyreen says:
::realizes the situation and prepares the systems for maximum power::

Host XO_Rya says:
FCO: Understood. Thank you Lt.

Host CO_Senn says:
::rechecks that the commlink is at the highest possible level of security on her end, knows it is so on his::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::barely notices and looks up:: CNS: Hmmm?

CEO_Tyreen says:
*Bridge* XO: We are ready to go, Commander.

FCO_B`lee says:
::isn't a man of inaction, but nods to the Commander and turns back to his console::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO: I recommend sending out a general alert to all vessels in the spheres path

Host Adm_Edwards says:
#Senn: I've been a little busy myself, Captain.. Within the past 30 minutes I've had 3 Captains contact me regarding...

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Edwards: Omega

Host XO_Rya says:
::Thinks 'go where?':: *CEO*: Thank you Ensign Tyreen. Please standby.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Stands quietly next to him::  SFI:  What's up?

Host Adm_Edwards says:
#COM: Senn: Exactly. What do you know so far?

SEC_KTracht says:
XO : Ma'am... Can i offer a suggestion?

CEO_Tyreen says:
*XO* I suggest we follow them, Commander. ::notices inactivity.

Host CO_Senn says:
::accesses the sensor logs that are off-limits to everyone else onboard the Europa and forwards it to Edwards::

SEC_KTracht says:
::smiles:: CO : I was about to suggest the same.. :-)

Host XO_Rya says:
::Nods at Drayan.:: CSO: Good point. ::Asks Lt. Taylor to do it and turns to the Klingon.:: SEC: Yes?

CTO_Nimitz says:
::closes to K'Tracht:: <whispering> SEC: There are too many paranoid officers, beside us, on this ship. Keep an eye on them: FCO and his phaser, CEO and his pistol, CNS and her dagger, my god, Do all of them want to be CTOs? We, security officers, are the only ones entitled to be paranoid.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::forces a smile:: CNS: The Borg just slipped past without half a glance. sounds like a chance for celebration.

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Edwards: We got the alert near the binary stars. Right after I unlocked the ship's systems and placed the call to you, we received visits... a Borg cube and two spheres.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: It's higher encryption than I know existed, sir.  I can't trace it.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Frowns a bit and nods.:: OPS: Thank you Lt.

SEC_KTracht says:
::turns to the CTO, and whispers as well:: CTO : Don't worry sir.. I've got things under control.. ::grunts lightly::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Returning to her chair mutters under her breath:: Self: I should have asked for a longer maternity leave.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Quietly::  SFI:  Where the borg are concerned, there is never any celebration.  Not even in their destruction.  For out there among them, they were once people we knew... ::Lets the thought fade::

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Edwards: The cube was destroyed by the gravitational field, but the spheres made it through. We are not in pursuit at this time, I'm afraid I'm not that familiar with the protocol... but we are tracking their destination while holding our position.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks at her, unable to empathize:: CNS: I see... ::returns to his viewscreen vigil::

FCO_B`lee says:
::sitting at the flight controls, little to do when they are at relative stop ... stares quietly at Rya::

CTO_Nimitz says:
SEC: That's music to my ears. ::turns back to P'Rraos:: TO: Any information on the spheres? What about their tactical condition?

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks at B'lee.:: FCO: Yes?

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Edwards: I believe I cannot do much without your instructions, sir.

FCO_B`lee says:
::blinks:: XO: Sir?

CNS_Azhure says:
::Turns to look at him, leaning against the rail, waiting, her eyes seeming to pierce him.::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Tries to keep from snapping at him:: FCO: You are staring. Is there something you'd like to say?

SEC_KTracht says:
::watches as the Counselor gets that look on her face... The last time she had it, she was looking right through him::

FCO_B`lee says:
::shakes his head:: XO: Sorry ... I was mentally calculating a flight path. ::looks her up and down as if seeing her for the first time:: XO: You've lost a lot of weight since you had the baby.

Host Adm_Edwards says:
#::ponders for a moment::
COM: Senn: Follow them Captain, all due speed. Don't yet try to disable or destroy them unless provoked. We will coordinate a fleet of ships to intercept them.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::blinks and focuses on her again:: CNS: Something I can help you with, Counselor?

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: It looks like theirrr shields took a beating in the conduits. When they came out they werrre only at 10%.  It looks like they had all available powerrr going towarrrds shields sirrr.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Simply looks at him, waiting::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks at him blankly for a moment...what the heck does her weight have to...and shakes her head.:: FCO: Just keep your eyes open for any other ships in the area.

Host CO_Senn says:
COM: Edwards: ::nods at the image of the admiral on her screen:: Aye, sir. We'll maintain our distance. Will that be all...?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks back, a little agitated:: CNS: Yes Counselor? What is it?

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Theirrr weapons arrrrrays appearrred to be down as well.

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods at the XO ... glances at Nimitz and P'Raos, wondering if he is looking for ships what are they doing::

CNS_Azhure says:
SFI:  You tell me Jim.

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: That's good... for us. I wonder what the hurry was

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::draws his brows together:: CNS: What?

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::from the ATO's statement, begins calculating the estimated amount of power spent to open the conduit::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Has a sudden urge to spin B'lee's chair around so that he's facing the viewscreen, but doesn't act on it and walks over to the CSO::

Host Adm_Edwards says:
#COM: Senn: That will be all for now. I'm sure we will be in contact. One more thing Captain.... due to your proximity, and the apparent connection to Omega... I am hereby authorizing you to inform your senior crew about some of the details of Omega. If you do not trust your senior officers, do not tell them. Am I clear Captain?

Host XO_Rya says:
CSO: Can you detect anything that would be of such interest to the Borg or Captain Senn?

FCO_B`lee says:
::thinks he has somehow upset the XO, thinks there are more important things to be concerned about right now than the XO's feelings and goes back to his console::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Turns to look out the screen::  SFI:  I am here if you need me.

Host CO_Senn says:
::nods:: COM: Edwards: Yes, sir. ::feels relieved she has that permission:: Thank you.

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::picks Alara coming by with the corner of his eye and says in low tones:: XO: Nothing new from the gravity field sir. Actually, there is mostly nothing to report, albeit it gets me curious at the whole situation

Host CO_Senn says:
::waits for him to cut the comm, does not feel like leaving Edwards facing a blank screen::

Host Adm_Edwards says:
#::cuts the comm without another word::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
:;stares into the black and says, mostly to himself:: CNS: No one can.

CNS_Azhure says:
SFI:  No one can what?

SEC_KTracht says:
::shakes his head somewhat... If he where back on his own BOP, he'd be following those Borg a long time ago...::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Gives Drayan a small smile and then shakes her head.:: CSO: This makes no sense.

Host CO_Senn says:
::closes her end of the comm, stands up and exits to the bridge:: FCO Set course to pursuit the Borg spheres, lieutenant. Try to gain distance from what we've lost already, but make sure we don't get too close.

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Sirrr, maybe if we trrried to scan the debrrris of the cube it would rrreveal clues.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::looks into her eyes, semi-wild:: CNS: Stop the future, Azhure.

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO: The only interest in this area is the presence of the gravity distortions. As they affect subspace as well, the Borg can use such a concentrated fields to focus their transwarp conduits endpoints

SEC_KTracht says:
::grins:: Self : Finally...

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks up as Captain Senn reappears.::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the Console checks the power and sees the Captain out of her Ready Room::

CEO_Tyreen says:
::activates the recent internal sensor access on a console::

FCO_B`lee says:
::leans fowards:: CO: Aye sir, course is already laid in ... engagin now, at high warp. ::presses the appropriate controls::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::turns at the Captain's orders:: Self: so, the game is afoot...

CTO_Nimitz says:
ATO: That's a great idea, but I think Starfleet will prefer us to follow them. If they don't, I'll pass your suggestion to Cmdr. Rya.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Turns and looks into his eyes::  SFI:  I wish I could... along with the past.  ::Turns to look back out, her eyes unfocusing::  But there are so many paths that can be taken, so many webs that can tangle...

Host XO_Rya says:
::Steps away from Drayan and moves towards Senn.::

CEO_Tyreen says:
::begins attempting to hack into the elusive "Omega" virus or whtever it was...then thinks...if the CEO needs to know, the Captain will inform him::

CEO_Tyreen says:
::closes the program::

FCO_B`lee says:
::grips the edges of his console gently, knowing he won't feel the drag of the acceleration, but his mind somehow still always expects it::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::reprograms all sensors to maximum resolution and lock them on the spheres positions::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::shakes his head:: CNS: It always turns into that single strand in the end.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::feels the ship lurch in the bowels of Engineering::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Reaches out a finger as if she were sliding it along a strand::  SFI:  yes, but even until the last moment, things can change.

CEO_Tyreen says:
*Bridge* I see we are now underway...would someone like to tell me what the hell is going on?

SEC_KTracht says:
::stads to the side, his badge busteling with activity from the reports coming from the Security teams::

Host XO_Rya says:
CO: Captain?

Host CO_Senn says:
::looks around, making what she knows is an unfair choice::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
Computer: extrapoles current heading of spheres. Determe destination and possible systems in the path

Host CO_Senn says:
*CEO* We are in pursuit of the Borg vessels, ensign.

SEC_KTracht says:
*CEO* : We're following two Borg Shperes that emerged in the system, Chief..

FCO_B`lee says:
::tries not to think of all the horror stories he's heard about the relatively uncharted area of space they are going towards::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
XO/CO: The spheres are headed towards a relatively uncharted region of space

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: It wasn't like the terrible Borg we've heard of. They seemed more like scared puppies.

CEO_Tyreen says:
*Bridge* Oh...uhhh...Captain, you've returned...ummmm...thank you, ma'am.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::falls back into silence, eyes wide and full of concern::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::gives a throaty growl/chuckle at the CTO's comments::

Host CO_Senn says:
::smiles without mirth to the CEO's obviously embarrassed comment:: CSO: You have the bridge.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::leaves ME for the Bridge::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CTO: Even a puppy can bite though sirrr.

Host CO_Senn says:
::takes a deep breath:: XO, CNS, OPS, CTO, SFI: Please accompany me to the Observation Lounge.

CEO_Tyreen says:
::steps out of the TL onto the Bridge and walks over to the CO's chair::  CO: Ma'am, may I have a word with you?

SEC_KTracht says:
::frowns, but keeps to his duties::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::takes as quick, cleansing breath and straightens:: CO: Yes Captain. ::walks over to join her::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Exchanges a look with Drayan and then follows Nayla.::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Quietly, for his ears alone:: SFI:  Prepare to meet the Borg.

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: Yes they can, that's what worries me most. ::hears the captain:: You got TAC, Ensing.

Host CO_Senn says:
::motions for the others to go while she lingers:: CEO: Yes, ensign?

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks up:: CO: Aye. ::Gets up and heads for the observation lounge.::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Turns toward the captain and follows her summons toward the lounge.::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::locksdown Tac2 console and steps to Tac:: CTO: Aye sirrr.

CSO_Vekh2 says:
CO: Aye sir ::takes the command chair as a SO replace him at Science One::

CTO_Nimitz says:
::follows the groups::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::enters access codes into Tac console and unlocks it::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
FCO: Do you have an estimative of our distance toward the spheres?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::doesn't answer her, instead falls back into rigged steps::

FCO_B`lee says:
::glances at the CEO irritated that he interrupted the Captain for what is assuredly his own selfish reasons, looks towards Vekh::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks at Jim and Azhure as they enter the room. Neither looks particularly well to her::

FCO_B`lee says:
CSO: Our distance is dropping slowly ... but they have a full sectors lead on us.

CEO_Tyreen says:
CO: I know that that glich originated from inside the ship and that it was triggered by something.  I believe I speak for all of us when I say, we are behind you whatever is going on.  We will follow orders to the center of those suns. 

OPS_Taylor says:
::Takes his usual seat::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::brings up shield and phaser status as well as torpedo load out and readiness::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Takes the seat on the other side of the captain from the XO.::

CTO_Nimitz says:
::hears the CEO and thinks "another ensing trying to impress the captain, I've SO been there"::

Host CO_Senn says:
::knew it would have to do with Omega, but had no clue it would be something like this... she pauses before answering:: CEO: I appreciate that, ensign. More than you can imagine.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::falls into any seat most convenient::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
FCO: Keep me aprised, Lieutenant. SO: Scan the spheres for any anomalous energy readings

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods to his console:: CSO: Aye, Commander...

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks at Jim and leans over.:: SFI: Are you okay?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::shrugs at Alara::

Host CO_Senn says:
::offers him a small smile:: CEO: Now... I have other business to attend. ::nods at him and turns for the OL::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
<SO_Adel> CSO: Aye sir ::fine tunes the sensors::

CEO_Tyreen says:
::walks back to his Bridge station::

ATO_P`Rraos says:
::stands at Tac console, tail waving rapidly at his inaction right now::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Sitting down with a PADD and scribing a letter to the wife::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Looks at Jim critically.:: SFI: Why don't I believe you?

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks at the XO::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
ATO: Ensign, keep an eye on their weapons systems as we get closer

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::sighs a little and manages a smile:: XO: I'm fine. It's... the flu.

Host CO_Senn says:
::enters the OL and walks to her seat:: All: First things first. What you will hear now is confidential. Not a word outside of the few included, is that all right with all of you?

CNS_Azhure says:
::Nods::

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: Aye.

ATO_P`Rraos says:
CSO: Aye sirrr. ::begins scanning just in case::

Host CO_Senn says:
::reaches the end of the table and turns to face them all::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Straightens up with one last concerned look at Jim.:: CO: Aye

CTO_Nimitz says:
::nods::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::doesn't respond at all::

Host CO_Senn says:
::throws West a glance, then sits down:: All: The reason why you'll learn about this is because I have authorization from Admiral Edwards. We have also served together for a long time and I trust each of you implicitly. Now... ::sits down and swivels the chair to be able to watch the screen::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
<SO_Adel> ::keeps pushing at the proprer buttons:: Self: come on, little spheres, you wont be able to hid for much longer

Host Adm_Edwards says:
<SO_Adel> "Borg spheres, you lovely little Borg spheres..."

CNS_Azhure says:
::Listens quietly::

FCO_B`lee says:
::goes through the Flight Control Roster of available officers and begins cancelling shifts and rearranging people around this situation::

Host XO_Rya says:
::Listens intently.::

CSO_Vekh2 says:
::turns with a half raised eyebrow at the SO:: SO: do you have anything to report, Mr Adel?

Host CO_Senn says:
::brings up the most basic Omega file:: All: Borg notwithstanding, this is our enemy. ::an image appears:: It's name is Omega.

Host Adm_Edwards says:
ACTION: TIME JUMP - 10 minutes. Some videos of Omega and stuff (see Voyager's "The Omega Directive"..)..

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::finds disturbing  parallels with the shape of the image and a borg sphere::

Host Adm_Edwards says:
ACTION: All crew in the OL are now versed in the basics of OMEGA.

Host CO_Senn says:
::turns off the screen and swivels the chair to face her senior officers:: All: Any questions?

OPS_Taylor says:
All: Jeez the total package, isn't?

Host XO_Rya says:
CO: Are we assuming the Borg are after it?

CNS_Azhure says:
::Says nothing::

Host CO_Senn says:
XO: According to the information provided by Voyager, if there's something they are after, it's the particle.

Host CO_Senn says:
XO: They have spared no cost in the past to do so, and in their current situation, I don't think that policy has changed.

Host XO_Rya says:
::Nods, she was afraid Nayla would say that.::

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: How are we to proceed with this?

CNS_Azhure says:
CO:  What are our orders?

CEO_Tyreen says:
FCO: I wonder what they're doing in there.  ::motions toward the OL::

Host CO_Senn says:
All: At this time, we'll just follow the Borg. A small fleet is on its way to meet with us.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::sort of slumps in his chair, listening::

FCO_B`lee says:
::glances towards Tyreen:: CEO: None of your business ... or mine

Host Adm_Edwards says:
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