Host Snow says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

SO_Brehgorn says:
::running database simulations...suddenly has a strange feeling, as if about to enter the belly of the beast::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Sitting at her desk in the Ready Room of Kootenai Station::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Gets up from his chair in Main Engineering.  Walks over to his Engineer.:: EO Chad: I want you to keep an eye on the stations systems.  ::Turns to EO Ruth.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::in ops, at Ops station, monitoring station systems, and incoming comm. traffic::

CTO_Marek says:
::in Ops Room, downloading Erie's Tactical logs to Main Computer::

CEO_Corjet says:
EO Ruth: Assist Ensign Chad with his duties.  I'll be in Ops.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad>::Smiles:: CEO: Aye sir.

SO_Brehgorn says:
::monitors LRS and SRS::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Nods to Corjet and starts her duties.::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Exits ME and heads to Ops.::

CSO_Pavielion says:
::reviewing EPI screen data, trying to figure out how to optimize the system::

XO_Hicks says:
::In Ops, sitting in the command chair::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Picks up a PADD and her cup of tea and walks out of the Ready Room into Ops::

CNS_West says:
::Sitting behind her desk in her office checking her patient schedules::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Monitors the stations systems. Looks over to EO Ruth and smiles.:: EO: How are you today?

SO_Brehgorn says:
All: Captain on deck!

CTO_Marek says:
CSO: I think we should start working on the EPI analysis

OPS_Kerst says:
::Snaps to attention::

XO_Hicks says:
::Sees the CO enter Ops::  CO: Sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
All: ::Waves her hand:: At ease.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Exits the TL and enters Ops.  Walks to the Engineering console, activates it and checks the stations systems::

OPS_Kerst says:
::returns::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::goes back to sensors::

CTO_Marek says:
::sees CO entering the Ops room stands at attn::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: How are we doing, anything interesting coming in on the COM channels?

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> EO: Fine thanks.  All systems are nominal sir. ::Taps away at her console.::

XO_Hicks says:
::Rises from the command chair::

CNS_West says:
::Checking the time of her first patient, calls to see if the couple is coming on time.::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to the Executive Officer:: XO: Sir.  Reporting for duty sir.  I have EO Chad down in ME.

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Nothing special. Traffic has picked up, but everything is running smoothly, so far.

CSO_Pavielion says:
::turns to acknowledge but does it too late::  CTO: already doing so, there are several changes and modifications that need to be made to the system, unless we want to be a flaming marshmallow next time we use the EPI screen.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Stay where you are, Commander, I don't feel like sitting down anyway.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Very good.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Heads to the Master Situation Monitor and smiles because she doesn’t see any red flashing lights alerting her to any problems.::

XO_Hicks says:
CEO: Acknowledged.  Please take your Ops station.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad>::Yawns a bit.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Thank you sir.  ::Sits back down::

CEO_Corjet says:
XO: Aye sir.

CTO_Marek says:
CSO: Cmdr, I agree. But we must take into account the excessive pressure that we put on the EPI system during the incident...

CEO_Corjet says:
::Walks to the Ops station and reconfigures the console to his likings.::

CMO_Tae says:
::reorganizing the medical staff for the increased amount of people on the station::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Watches the automated diagnostics on the stations systems.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Walks over to the flight control officer on duty::  FCO: How is the traffic holding up, Ensign?

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Returns to her station at the Master Systems Display console.  Continues her duties.::

CSO_Pavielion says:
::raises an eyebrow towards the CTO::  CTO: we were under attack by Ferengi, I would hardly call them a serious threat to a top of the line starship.

CTO_Marek says:
*Lewis*: I want a full security report at my desk by 18:00 

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<FCO> ::Looking very stressed his voice shaky:: CO: Ahh...well, we're getting backed up a bit, Sir.  But we'll cope.

CNS_West says:
::welcomes the couple coming for counseling session and sets down to begin::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
FCO: I am sure you will, Ensign.  Carry on.

XO_Hicks says:
FCO: Ensign, do you need any extra manpower to assist you?

CEO_Corjet says:
<Edit Corjet takes the Engineering Station>

CSO_Pavielion says:
::recalls a mental note::  CTO: oh yes, I wanted to request that you post guards near all access ports to the main computer, with the increase in station population, I want to make sure there are no 'incidents'.

CTO_Marek says:
CSO: With all respect sir, I think we extended our shields over the Klingon vessel; under the circumstances the system were used under extremely severe condition

SO_Brehgorn says:
::feels a slight, passing wooziness::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Checks the U.S.S. Erie’s' systems remotely.::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Walks to the Main Reactor and scans it.::

CSO_Pavielion says:
::frowns::  CTO: it wasn't my idea to do so, I protested against it, we could have easily just stayed between the two ships.

Host Snow says:
ACTION: An incoming message is received from a freighter the Mar'ifte at the OPS station

CSO_Pavielion says:
::catches the SO out of the corner of his eye::  SO: are you all right lieutenant?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Stands in the middle of Ops looking at her PADD::

OPS_Kerst says:
CSO/CTO: The big problem is that jury rigged power system they tried to squeeze in there for it. It overloads too easy.

SO_Brehgorn says:
CSO:  Yes, sir.  I may have had a little bit too good of a time after my promotion.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Continues to monitor the stations systems.  Starts boosting the air conditioning systems.::

CNS_West says:
::Making notes and listening::

OPS_Kerst says:
::Sees incoming message ::

CTO_Marek says:
CSO: Fine, sir. But I think that SF designers certainly doesn't take into account the millions of situations that an starship may face in combat ::raises an eyebrow::

CSO_Pavielion says:
::grins::  SO: you were ordered to have a good time, not get a hangover.

CMO_Tae says:
::goes over some information on a PADD::

OPS_Kerst says:
COMM Mar'ifte: This Kootenai, go ahead.

CNS_West says:
::Thinking: she really needs to check on the work being done in her quarters.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Pauses a moment and looks back.::

XO_Hicks says:
FCO: Svelth, I asked you if you required any extra assistance.

SO_Brehgorn says:
SO:  Yes, sir.

CSO_Pavielion says:
::sees action increase in lower Ops, goes back to his station and begins tracking the events::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Walks back to the MSD with his tricorder, logging the Reactors performance::

CNS_West says:
:;Finishing up counseling session and sends patients on their way::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Kootenai Station: We ... zzt... seek assistance ... zzttt ... please, ... zzzttt ... we need help .... zttt ... overfilled .... zttt ... injured, dying, sick, hungry ...

SO_Brehgorn says:
::raises eyebrow::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::begins scanning for the source of the transmission::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<FCO> XO: No, Sir.  We can handle it.

CSO_Pavielion says:
SO: get on LRS now! Scan for the ship.

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: We have an incoming message from a freighter Mar'ifte. It’s broken, but it sounds like they’re in trouble!

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Appears onscreen with small purple fur all over it's body::

SO_Brehgorn says:
CSO:  Already there, sir.

CNS_West says:
::goes over some notes , processing them on the PADD and storing them into data base for future sessions::

CTO_Marek says:
::starts tactical scanning over the vessel::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Do we have visual?

XO_Hicks says:
FCO: Acknowledged.

OPS_Kerst says:
COMM Mar: Can you boost your power, you're breaking up?

SO_Brehgorn says:
Self:  What is that?...

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: I try. ::Attempts visual with Mar'ifte::

CSO_Pavielion says:
::tracks the source of the call, tries to tap into their system and manually retrieve their position::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Kootenai Station: Attempting ... zzttt ... need assistance ... zzttt ... we need your ... please ... please ... please ... help us ...

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to the Executive Officer:: XO: All systems fine sir.  I have the backups on hot standby.  ::Turns to Kerst and smiles.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks at the viewscreen::  COM: Mar'ifte: This is Captain Mitchell of the Federation Starbase Kootenai Station.  How can we assist you?

XO_Hicks says:
CEO:  Thank you commander.  Well done as always.

OPS_Kerst says:
::reroutes power to try to clear up message::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Can you clear up the COM?

SO_Brehgorn says:
::pulls up a screen of all available Starships in the sector::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns back and starts trying to boost the gain on the Subspace Transceiver arrays.::

CTO_Marek says:
::receives the scanning results::

CSO_Pavielion says:
::glances at the odd looking screen::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Trying, they signal is faint.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Kootenai: Anything you can give ... anything you have ... food, shelter ... clothing ... doctors ... anything ...

CEO_Corjet says:
::Sighs and continues to try to boost the STA's input.::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Kootenai: WE ... need ... a-asylum ...

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> EO: Status on the power drainage?

SO_Brehgorn says:
CSO:  Sir, I've got a map of the 4th Fleet's starships, should we need to contact one for deployment.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Mar'ifte: Can you send us your coordinates?  ::Turns to the CTO and CSO::  CTO/CSO: Get a fix on their location, please.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> EO: A bit heavier than normal sir.  But the station can handle it.

CSO_Pavielion says:
::decides to give the CMO some warning::  *CMO*: prepare sickbay and medical supplies, we are receiving a distress call, medical aid may be needed.

CTO_Marek says:
CO: The people aboard seems in very bad conditions... Working on that sir

OPS_Kerst says:
::clears other comm traffic to try to clear up signal from Mar'ifte::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Mar'ifte: What is your vessel status?

CMO_Tae says:
*CSO*:  Acknowledged.

CSO_Pavielion says:
CO: aye sir, trying so  ::turns to the SO::  SO: boost power to the sensors, use backups

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Kootenai Station: We're filled ... side to side ... can barely sustain all of them ... air is thin ... help us ...

CEO_Corjet says:
::Listens to the talk in Ops.  Notifies his Engineering staff to be prepared to assist in helping a distressed ship.::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: I don't recognize their carrier signal. This might be a first contact situation.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS/CEO: Can I have some extra power for my sensors, please?

SO_Brehgorn says:
CSO:  Aye, sir  ::boosts power to sensors from backups and non-critical systems::

OPS_Kerst says:
CTO: on it

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Hicks, take the Thames, Nile and the Rhine.  I want Kerst in the Thames, you command the Rhine and have Corjet man the Nile.  Get going!  I will send the coordinates to you in a few minutes.

CMO_Tae says:
::starts to prepare SB for casualties::

CTO_Marek says:
::struggles with sensors recalibrations::

CEO_Corjet says:
CTO: I'm trying to boost the gain on the Subspace Transceiver Arrays...

OPS_Kerst says:
CEO: Let's bring all power on line. We might need it.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS/CEO: Aye.

CSO_Pavielion says:
CTO: check for ship registries, find any ships that aren't broadcasting registries.

OPS_Kerst says:
::looks up when CO says his name::

CTO_Marek says:
CSO: Just a minute, sir... ::begins working::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Aye sir.  CEO/OPS: Gentlemen, let's go.  ::Heads for the TL::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to Ops:: OPS: Aye sir. ::Brings up the backup reactor.:: You should have all the power you'll need.  ::Taps away at his console.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::follows XO::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Oh and Hicks, take Brehgorn, Marek and Pavielion with you.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Freighter FCO> ::Uses his extendable claws, quite agitated, to ward off some children who were crowded nearby ... and begins to try and move the freighter toward the massive station on sensors::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::Overhears CSO::  CSO:  Sir, these broadcast signals....they are of a type I've never seen before.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Notifies EO Chad that he's in charge of ME.  Head to the TL.:: XO: Right behind you sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Mar'ifte: We are sending help.  Please try to hold on.

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Yes sir.  All: You heard the Captain.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Mumbles and grumbles.:: Self: Why don't they just make me CEO?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CSO: Did you get a location, yet?

CSO_Pavielion says:
SO: run an analysis on them, see if they give you anything.

SO_Brehgorn says:
::follows CSO::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Kootenai Station: We're holding ... thank you ... thank you ... surely, you are a gift sent by Demnial ...

XO_Hicks says:
::Entering the TL::  Shuttle bay .

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks to Chad with a slight smile.:: EO: I think you would be a good CEO sir. ::Giggles::

CTO_Marek says:
::leaves a TAC relief officer in charge and follows XO Hicks:: Bailey: Take TAC. Keep on trying to fix their signal.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Motions for Ops to cut the COM::  All: Good luck and bring them in safely.

CEO_Corjet says:
XO: So I have the Nile sir? ::Looks at his Duty PADD and smiles.::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::makes sure his tricorder and phaser are at his side::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CNS* Counselor, if you are not busy, I could use your assistance in Ops.

XO_Hicks says:
CSO: You're with me.  CEO: That's right, and take the SO with you.

CSO_Pavielion says:
CO: it's still garbled, the reading, but they are close, very close.

CTO_Marek says:
XO: Sir, I would like to have Lt. Lewis in the Team, sir

OPS_Kerst says:
XO: CSO with you? and CTO with me?

XO_Hicks says:
OPS: You and Marek will team up.

CNS_West says:
*CO* Aye sir, on my way.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Moves next to the SO:: SO: Brehgorn isn’t it?

CSO_Pavielion says:
::gives station to a relief, gets into a TL as well, with the XO::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::looks at CEO::  CEO:  That's affirmative, sir.

OPS_Kerst says:
XO: Aye.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* Doctor, prepare for incoming.  I am not sure how many.

XO_Hicks says:
OPS: Yes, P'dar.  CTO: Negative, the CO picked the teams already.

CNS_West says:
::Leaving her office and enters TL ::Computer: Ops.

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  No idea at all, sir?

SO_Brehgorn says:
CEO:  We have the Nile, I understand?

CTO_Marek says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::moves next to OPS::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles at remembering:: SO: I remember now.  How have you and the MO been doing?

CEO_Corjet says:
SO: Yes we do.

OPS_Kerst says:
CTO: I'll fly, you man the weapons.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* Negative.  Prepare for several wounded and ill patients.  We are sending the runabouts to tow the vessel back to the station.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: Roger that, OPS

SO_Brehgorn says:
::clears his throat::  CEO:  Haven't seen as much of her as I would like, but such is the life of a SF officer.

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  Acknowledged.

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: do you want comm and engineering?  I can take science and tactical?

OPS_Kerst says:
CTO: And lets hope we don't need them/

CNS_West says:
::Exits TL onto Ops::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Slumps back to his dais, wondering how it could have come to this ... ::

XO_Hicks says:
::Enters the Shuttle bay and the Rhine::  OPS/CEO: Let me know when you are ready to depart.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Sighs slightly, knowing.:: SO: I know how you feel..

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: Just in case, you never know ::points his phaser::

XO_Hicks says:
CSO: That will be fine.

CSO_Pavielion says:
::hurries to the Rhine, approaches the ship::

OPS_Kerst says:
XO: Aye. ::heads for the Thames::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::walks toward the Nile:: CEO: What station shall I assume, sir?

CEO_Corjet says:
::Exits the TL and enters the Shuttle bay, walks into the Nile.:: SO: Take the helm.

CNS_West says:
CO: Reporting for duty sir, where can I help?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*XO* Get moving, Commander.  Time is of the essence.

OPS_Kerst says:
CTO: I know :Oats his own phaser:: Never leave home with out it.

CSO_Pavielion says:
::boards the Rhine and begins power up, takes his station and routes the consoles::

SO_Brehgorn says:
::takes the Helm::  CEO:  Haven't done this since the Academy  ::smiles slightly::

OPS_Kerst says:
::Enters Thames, powers up ship::

XO_Hicks says:
*CO* Aye sir, beginning preflight checks now.

CTO_Marek says:
::raises an eyebrow and goes after the OPS::

XO_Hicks says:
*OPS/CEO*  Are we ready?

OPS_Kerst says:
#XO: Thames here, we are go for launch.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: All backup system are on line... checking weapon status...

CSO_Pavielion says:
::finishes quick diagnostic::  XO: Sir, systems ready.

XO_Hicks says:
*CO* Sir we are ready to launch.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Quickly runs to a locker and pulls out an Engineering Kit and two phaser rifles.  Runs into the Nile and takes a seat.::*XO*: Ready sir. :: Puts the tools and phasers away.::

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: all clear. Lt.

SO_Brehgorn says:
@CEO: Stations are go, sir.

CMO_Tae says:
::gets SB ready for the casualties::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Stands at Flight Control waiting for the request for clearance::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Checks the Niles systems and smiles.:: Self: Ensign Ruth has done a good job.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: OK, we'll follow the Nile and see what's out there.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Please take Ops.

CEO_Corjet says:
SO: Good.. ::Taps away at his console.::

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::wonders about the strange sensor readings, begins running subspace scans for the vessel::

CMO_Tae says:
Medic:  We may need to set up another area for medical treatment.  Get ready just in case.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: Aye, Lt.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::links with the comm frequency of the distressed ship::

CNS_West says:
::walks to Ops and sits at station, begins monitoring runabout departures::

CMO_Tae says:
<Medic>  CMO:  Yes ma'am.  ::starts working::

XO_Hicks says:
*Kootenai*: Rhine, Thames and Nile request clearance for departure.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Waits for clearance:: SO: I hope this doesn't turn out like the last time...

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*Thames/Rhine/Nile* Clearance granted.  Good luck, Gentlemen.

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: Sir, I'm getting some readings in.  The vessel has approximately 1500 hundred people aboard, but can only support half that, about 700!

SO_Brehgorn says:
@CEO: Not with any luck, sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
*CO*: Thanks sir.  Corjet out.

OPS_Kerst says:
#::prepare to follow Nile out of station::

CTO_Marek says:
@::prepares for departure::

XO_Hicks says:
*CO* Thank you, Sir.  ::Launches Runabout::

Host Snow says:
ACTION: Each of the runabouts clear the station and head for the Mar'ifte

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  Station clear, sir...we are en route.

CTO_Marek says:
%OPS: ETA to vessel?

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Smiles:: SO: Good.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: Sensors show anything yet?

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::transfers readings to the CO::  *CO*: Sir, readings are starting to come in, it seems like the vessel is carrying twice as much as what it's designed for, 1500 instead of 700.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Freighter CSO/CTO> ::She wipes away grime, and other ... stuff ... from her station, and notes a faint blip approaching from the station:: Magistrate: I believe help is coming ... but I am not sure ... can barely ... ::Cough, wheeze:: read anything on this ... ::Cough, wheeze::

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: About 5 min.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Walks to the Tactical Station, Bailey, keep an eye on our runabouts::

XO_Hicks says:
$COM: All:  I'll take the lead.  ETA is 5 minutes.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<Bailey> CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Keep an open COM link to the runabouts, Commander.

CNS_West says:
CO: ETA for runabouts to reach vessel is 5 minutes.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: I fixed the vessel location... going under level 3 scanning now...

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Excellent.  ::Paces the deck in Ops::

SO_Brehgorn says:
@CEO: ETA 5 minutes...shall I attempt to contact the vessel?

CEO_Corjet says:
@COMM: Rhine: XO: Aye sir.

CNS_West says:
CO: Com links open, sir.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Looks toward his CSO/CTO with some concern, but most of his emotions have been strained over the past months ... nods, and turns back to his internal strife::

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm Nile: XO, what’s the plan?

CEO_Corjet says:
%SO: Lets let the XO attempt.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO: Understood, sir.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: It looks really strange, OPS: definitively is a totally unknown ship

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: Sir, getting them help might be difficult, the ship is most likely to weak to tow, and it would take a long time to beam them all over to runabouts and back.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: Nile: Orders sir. Oh.. By the way, were fully operational sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Acknowledged.  Keep me informed of their progress.  ::Continues pacing::

CMO_Tae says:
<Medic>  ::gets med kits etc. together and prepares to set up another area for medical treatment if needed::

CEO_Corjet says:
%SO: Flight control systems status? ::Smiles already knowing.::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Freighter FCO> ::Still trying to get what's left of the freighter's engines to move the ship toward the station::

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  Beautiful, sir...of course. Thank God for Ensign Ruth.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Freighter FCO> ::They're proceeding along, albeit slowly::

XO_Hicks says:
$COMM Thames:  OPS: I'm not sure yet.

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Giggles:: SO: Yes.  She’s  a good Officer.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Rhine: XO: I want you three to tow that vessel back to the station.  I will clear a bay adjacent to the Erie.

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Suggestions.

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Never mind.

SO_Brehgorn says:
::hears the CO's comm and readies tractor beam::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* Doctor, is the Infirmary ready?

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm Nile: Understood, Shall I provide cover while you and the Rhine close in?

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: perhaps we could somehow make the ship lighter and easier to tow, perhaps by encompassing it in a warp bubble, try to make it easier.  Or we could simply transfer power to their SIF and hope they hold together.

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  Yes, sir.  I have medics standing by in case another area is needed as well.

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Brings the backup systems to hot standby.:: SO: Backup systems on hot standby. ::Looks over and smile, then turns back to his console.::

XO_Hicks says:
COMM Thames/Nile:  The CO has ordered us to tow the ship back to Kootenai.

XO_Hicks says:
$COMM Kootenai CO: Aye, Sir

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Dozens of Others> ::Are crowded together, most are dirty, most are injured ... many are malnourished, they have been running for so long ...::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* I will clear Cargo Bay 2 and have them set up cots.  Send a team there in about 20 minutes.

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm. Nile: Roger.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: Sir, I do not recommend an outright tow, we should check the ship first, but most likely the ship won't be able to handle it.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  You're too quick, sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: Rhine: XO: Aye sir.

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  Aye sir.

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Then how should we proceed?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Have the engineers clear out Cargo Bay 2 and set up cots for the wounded and ill.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: Prepare the tractor beam. We're going to tow it. And lets pray she can handle the stress.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::plots a return course to the Kootenai and stands by::

CNS_West says:
Comm: Nile/Thames/Rhine: report your status.

XO_Hicks says:
COMM Thames/Nile:  Standby.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: Engaging it now...

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Checks the tractors status.:: COMM: Kootenai/CNS: Fully operational sir.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: at least try to increase their SIF, either by having them route power or use transferring power ::sighs:: it would almost be easier if the station just fired its thrusters and came to the ship.

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm koot: Engaging tractor beam now.

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Turns to Brehgorn:: SO: I'll handle the tractor beam.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  OK...I'll handle the flying, sir.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: Seems working fine... so far...

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Contact them and tell them to try to boost their IDF and SIF

CEO_Corjet says:
%SO: Good. ::Taps away at his console.  Making minor adjustments to the tractor beam.  Then locks on.::

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: or maybe have two ships tow, while the other stays behind, reverses polarity, and pushes.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: Rhine: Have them locked on sir.  We're ready.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO: Lock established, sir.

CMO_Tae says:
Medic:  Get down to cargo bay 2 and prepare it for medical use.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: Tractor beam engaged and fixed.... 

CNS_West says:
*OPS* Clear our Cargo Bay 2 and set up cots for the wounded and ill we may be expecting more than SB can handle.

CSO_Pavielion says:
COM: Mar’ifte: can you increase power to you IDF and SIF?

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Freighter CSO/CTO> @ Magistrate: Three objects have gathered around us ... ::Cough, wheeze::

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: How does their hull stress look?

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::sends plotted course to the other shuttlecraft::

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Let's envelop the ship in a warp bubble.  It will lighten the load.

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Starts analyzing their ships integrity.:: Self: Hmm..

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: Pavielion: We ... shall try. ::Feels the ship jump for a second::

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: Fine, sir... SIF are holding...

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: aye sir, I already have the engines prepared to do so, you'll need to move us in position above the ship though.

CMO_Tae says:
<Medic>  CMO:  On my way, Doctor.  ::directs a med team to CB2 and walks out of SB with a med kit::

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Smiles:: COMM: Rhine: XO: Things are looking good sir.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Dozens of People> ::Whimper, cry out at the jump ... no one tries to calm them, no one really cares ... it is now mostly about their own survival::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Bailey: Any possible threats in the area?

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Dozens of Children> ::Cling to parents, friends, surviving relatives, anyone that will hold them ...::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<Bailey> CO: Negative, Sir.  Only the vessel and the three runabouts.

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Acknowledged.  ::Positions the Rhine above the ship.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: Pressure over the hull is rising... Still at safety levels

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: I hope the Sec teams are ready for this back on the station. Remember what happened the last time some refugees came through.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::waits till the engines are fully charged and slowly expands the warp bubble around the hull::  XO: it happening Sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Watches the SRS and notices the Rhine reposition itself.:: SO: Looks like they're going to establish a warp bubble to lighten the load.

XO_Hicks says:
$COMM Thames/Nile: You two tractor the ship, we will envelope it in a warp bubble to lighten the load.

CTO_Marek says:
@OPS: I can assure we are prepared now... 

OPS_Kerst says:
#::sees the Rhine extend a its warp field, I hope that works::

SO_Brehgorn says:
%COMM Thames:  Have you received our course plot?

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Good.  Let's get moving.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: Rhine: XO: Aye sir.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: I'll try to route some of the sheering forces and turbulence to us, we should be able to withstand it more then them ::routes backup power to SIF to compensate::

CNS_West says:
::Listens with anticipation to the runabouts preparations::

CMO_Tae says:
<Medic>  ::arrives in CB2 and sets things up for casualties::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*Engineers in CB2* This is the Captain.  Have you cleared the cargo bay?

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm Rhine: Yes, you lead we'll follow. Lets take it nice and slow. We don't want that warp field slipping off part of the ship.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: all systems ready Sir ::activates emergency generators and puts them on hot standby::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <Freighter CSO/CTO> ::Cough, wheeze:: Some energy field has been ... ::Cough, wheeze:: ... placed around us ... ::Cough, wheeze:: I think it's helping us ... ::Cough, wheezes until she cannot talk anymore::

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Sighs deeply:: Self: Here we go... ::Monitors the tractor beam, ready to make last second adjustments if necessary.::

Host Snow says:
ACTION: The Mar'ifte begins to move slowly, pulled by the runabouts.

OPS_Kerst says:
#::watches Rhine, ready to copy actions::

XO_Hicks says:
$COMM All:  Let's get moving.  Engage at 1/2 impulse.

CNS_West says:
CO; All the runabouts are beginning their tow of the vessel.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<Engineers in CB2> *CO* Sir, we have cleared the cargo bay.  We are setting up the cots now.  The medical teams have arrived.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::feels his shuttle shuffle, rattle, and shake::

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Smiles and nods towards Brehgorn while continually monitoring the stress levels on the tractor beam and the alien ship.::

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: Be sure to sustain our speed ... any unexpected change will be very risky

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::routes sheering forces and turbulence to the Rhine, tries to almost make the align ship glide through space, increases power to stabilizers as the ride begins to get bumpy::

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: How is the stress on the ship?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*Engineers in CB2* Acknowledged.  I am dispatching security to your location.  Mitchell, out.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: How're we doing?

CEO_Corjet says:
%SO: Bringing the backup generators online.. ::Taps the button.:: Now.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  We seem to be holding up, sir....though those sound a little like famous last words::

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM:ALL: Looking good so far.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Bailey: Send two security teams to CB2 and have them assist the engineers.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: decent so far, I'm trying to keep it to a minimum, though I don't know if we'll be able to sustain 1/2 impulse all the way back to the station, though we'll see.

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: Fine... Pressure over hull increased 2.4%... still in safety levels...

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS; Just be sure of keeping our current speed

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<Bailey> CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps the tactical console sending a message to security::

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Cant help but laugh.:: SO: I know what you mean. ::Tries to stop laughing..  Settles down after a few moments.::

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Steady as she goes.  Maintaining course and speed.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: Sir, I would suggest that we contact Kootenai and have them take over tractoring the ship once we get within 1/2 a kilometer.

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: I'll manage the towing

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Status of the runabouts?

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::looks at CEO::  CEO: I hope they have security teams ready....just in case.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ COM: All: We ... thank you ... you have helped us escaped that which has driven us so far ... for now ... we pray to Demnial, you are spared as we have been ...

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: Good, when we get close enough the station can take over with its tractor beams. They can do a better job guiding into its berth than we can.

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: We are a great team, eh?

CMO_Tae says:
<Medic>  *CMO*:  Cargo bay 2 is ready for casualties, doctor.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%Self:  We are spared....????

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Makes minor adjustments to the tractor beam.:: SO: I think Captain Mitchell has things well in hand.

CNS_West says:
CO: all is well sir, they are suggestion that we take over the tractoring when they get within range.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::watches power and stress spikes carefully, continually compensates and recalibrates, brings backups to full power::

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO: Agreed.

CMO_Tae says:
*Medic*:  Acknowledged.  I'll send patients down there if I have to.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::scans space and subspace for any threats or problems::

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Good idea.  COMM Kootenai:  *CO* Sir, when we are within range of Kootenai's tractor beams, I suggest you take over.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Acknowledged.  Prepare the tractor beam.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO; Yes we are. But what else would expect from us pointy ears. ::grins::

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: Rhine/Thames: Everything seems to be looking good sirs.

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: ::smiles::

CNS_West says:
CO:  acknowledged.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: a residual warp field should be temporarily left around the ship, so even after we disengage the ship still should be at minimal stress levels.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  May I say...excellent work with the tractor beam, sir.

CNS_West says:
::Preparing tractor beam::

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: Transferring towing routines to Kootenai in 5 seconds

OPS_Kerst says:
#COMM Nile/Rhine: We're nearing the range on the Koot's tractor beams, prepare for them to take over.

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Makes another adjustment to the tractor beam to compensate for the possibility of Kootenai taking over in towing the alien ship.::

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS:: Be ready

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Acknowledged.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Rhine: XO: Docking bay two is clear.  We will activate our tractor beam on your mark.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: Thames/Rhine: Aye.  Ready here.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: we'll need it all to happen at once, we can't be pulling and Kootenai at the same time.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: it has to be we stop and Kootenai immediately takes over, or additional stresses will be added.

XO_Hicks says:
COMM: Kootenai:  CO: Aye sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM:ALL: I would suggest that the Main Computer on Kootenai handle the transfer.  It could do it all at once.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: We'll have to drop our beam before koot can pick up, or there'll be too much stress I fear.

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Have the other two ships disengage in 20 seconds.  We will also.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Waits as they are given asylum::

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm. All: Aye, linking with station computer now ::links tractor control with Koot's main computer::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Prepare to engage tractor beam, Counselor.

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: I agree.. ::sets up the tractor beam control to disengage::

CNS_West says:
CO: Ready, on your mark, Captain.

CMO_Tae says:
::waits for the casualties::

XO_Hicks says:
COMM: Kootenai: Engage in 5, 4, 3, 2 1 Now, Kootenai.

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: Transferring to Kootenai Tractor beam... now.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Engage tractor beam.

CNS_West says:
CO: tractor beam activated, tracking vessel to docking bay 2.

Host Snow says:
ACTION: The Mar'ifte rocks slightly as the switch is made. It is then guided into Cargo Bay 2.

OPS_Kerst says:
#::sees tractor beam disengage::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ <All onboard> ::Rock as the ship lurches::

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::disengages warp field::  XO: we can get clear now Sir.

OPS_Kerst says:
#::Steers Thames out of path of Mar'ifte::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Stands, and watches in awe as they are guided into the massive structure::

CTO_Marek says:
#OPS: Now is all in Kootenai's hands.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::clears the vessel::

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Monitors the tractor beams of the shuttles and ships, hoping everything goes fine.::

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Doesn't know if he seen anything of such beauty in so long ...::

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Acknowledged.  Have the other ships break off as well.  ::Veers off the right::

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: we'll need to put this runabout in for a brief repair, some excess stresses were endured during the tow.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$*Thames/Nile*: break off and return to the station.

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: As soon as we are in.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: The station looks a lot bigger from out here.....

CEO_Corjet says:
%::Looks over to Brehgorn:: SO: Its in your hands now.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* We are transporting casualties to the Infirmary.  Stand By.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$XO: done sir.

CNS_West says:
CO:The Mar'ifte is aboard the station, disengaging tractor beam.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Acknowledged.

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  Aye sir. ::sets return course for Kootenai and engages::

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  Standing by, sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Begin transporting the crew of that ship to the Infirmary.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::begins thinking::  XO: I just hope we don't see a relapse of what happened last time refugees boarded our station, it took weeks to clean up after the riot.

XO_Hicks says:
$COMM: All:  A job well done, Gentlemen.  My thanks to you all.

CNS_West says:
CO Acknowledged.

CEO_Corjet says:
%SO: Good work! ::Brings the backup generators to hot standby.::

XO_Hicks says:
$CSO: Agreed.

OPS_Kerst says:
#Comm. Nile: Thanks.

CNS_West says:
*CMO* we are beginning to beam wounded to SB immediately.

CEO_Corjet says:
%COMM: All: No problem sir.  Just doing my duty.

Host Snow says:
Action: The most injured of the crew of the Mar'ifte is transported to sickbay.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Hopes that their persecutors have not followed them to this sanctuary ...::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Thames/Rhine/Nile: Good work, gentlemen.  You are cleared to dock.

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::scans for any other similar vessels, or perhaps similar shuttles/escape pods::

CMO_Tae says:
*CNS*:  I'm ready.

OPS_Kerst says:
#CTO: If they we're running from somebody, do you think they might be followed here?

SO_Brehgorn says:
%::docks ship in allotted shuttle bay::

OPS_Kerst says:
#::Prepares to dock::

CNS_West says:
*CMO* let me know when you are full and will begin transfers to CB2.

XO_Hicks says:
COMM: Kootenai: CO: Aye sir.  ::Docking the Rhine in Shuttle bay 2::

CMO_Tae says:
*CNS*:  Will do.

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Various people> ::Men, women, children, etc., dirty, malnourished, some bleeding what appears to be blood, appear all over sickbay, moaning and cries are heard ... but not many move, for fear of instant death::

CSO_Pavielion says:
$*CEO*: you'll need to examine the Rhine as soon as possible, it went under excess stresses during the tow.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*Security in DB2*  Lock down the docking bay.  No one goes in.  Understood?

CEO_Corjet says:
*CSO*: Aye sir.

CMO_Tae says:
::looks at all the people and picks up a tricorder::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<Security in DB2> *CO* Aye, Sir.

OPS_Kerst says:
#::dock Thames in assigned bay::

SO_Brehgorn says:
%CEO:  And here we are, sir.

Host Mar`ifte says:
@ ::Wonders what shall happen now ...::

CMO_Tae says:
::walks over to one of them and starts scanning::

CNS_West says:
CO:  The Rhine has returned to The Station>

XO_Hicks says:
::Disembarking the Rhine::  CSO: Nice work, Commander.  ::Extends hand::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Acknowledged.  Good work, Counselor.

SO_Brehgorn says:
::begins running diagnostics of the Nile::

CSO_Pavielion says:
$::waits till docking is complete, and begins shutdown procedures::

OPS_Kerst says:
::Exits Thames::

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Four Children> ::Their parents dead, while crying, grab onto the CMO's legs, gripping for dear life, one of them extends it's small claws slightly into the leg, afraid to let go ... that one is bleeding::

CNS_West says:
CO: the Nile and The Thames are both reporting in also.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*XO* Good job, Commander.  I would like to get to the Infirmary and try to find out what went wrong.  Can you come to Ops and take over?

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Male and Female> ::Move toward the children, to remove them from the CMO for fear the CMO may harm them::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Grabs his equipment and phasers, then exits the Nile and puts the phasers in their locker.  Heads to the Rhine with his Engineering toolkit.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Acknowledged.

XO_Hicks says:
*CO* Thank you, Sir.  I'm on my way.

CMO_Tae says:
::looks down at the children and kneels down beside them::  Male/Female:  I'm a doctor.  I'm here to help you.  I won't hurt them.  ::scans the children::

XO_Hicks says:
All: Let's get to Ops.

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Male & Female> ::Pause, then, suddenly the male doubles over::

CEO_Corjet says:
XO: Shall I have Ensign Ruth take a look at the shuttles sir?

OPS_Kerst says:
CEO: I’m going to place those three runabouts at the top of the maintenance list. I have a feeling we may need them again soon and would like to make sure they're in good order.

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Children> ::Continue to cry, their little tails slightly wagging in frustration::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* Doctor, is everything under control down there?

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: Sir, would you prefer we go to Ops, or to sickbay to help with the refugees?

CEO_Corjet says:
::Nods to Kerst:: OPS: My thoughts exactly.

CNS_West says:
::Double checking status of tractor beam after shut down::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Bailey: Send two security teams to the Infirmary.

CMO_Tae says:
::scans the male creature::  *CO*:  There are so many of them.  They're terrified.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
<Bailey> CO: Aye, Sir.

OPS_Kerst says:
CTO: If those, aliens, were running from somebody, do you think they might be followed here?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* I am sending two security teams to the Infirmary.  I will be there shortly to lend a hand.

XO_Hicks says:
CSO: Ops.

Host Mar`ifte says:
<Those in Sickbay> ::Those who are well enough speak amongst themselves, weary of this place ... but somewhat relieved, speaking of some sort of persecution ... being hounded by marauders of some sort, massacred, their homes, their ships ... gone::

CSO_Pavielion says:
*CMO*: do you require additional personnel doctor?

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  Thank you, sir.

CMO_Tae says:
*CSO*:  It would be nice.

XO_Hicks says:
::Entering TL:  Ops.

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: aye Sir ::heads to Ops with the XO::  to be in that bad of damage someone had to be after them.

CEO_Corjet says:
*EO Ruth*: I want you here on the double.  I want the Rhine, Nile and Thames checked out immediately.  Corjet out.

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: we should keep our eyes open for them.

OPS_Kerst says:
::Enters TL ::OPS::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: As soon as Lt. Kerst returns, please report to the Infirmary to lend a hand with the wounded.

CMO_Tae says:
::tries to stay focused on the task at hand::

XO_Hicks says:
CSO: Agreed.  We don't need a sneak attack.

CSO_Pavielion says:
*CMO*: acknowledged, we'll send down additional teams to assist.

CMO_Tae says:
*CSO*:  I'll be waiting.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> *CEO*: Aye sir. ::Sighs  because she just checked out the shuttles just this morning.::

CNS_West says:
CO: Acknowledged.

XO_Hicks says:
::Entering Ops with the CSO::

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: the CMO reports she's in need of additional personnel, this should be a priority once we get to Ops, Sir.

OPS_Kerst says:
::exits TL, enters OPS:: CNS: I'll relieve you now ::Smiles at her::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> EO: Chad. I have to check on the shuttles again.  See you later? ::Smiles.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Sees the XO and CSO enter Ops:: XO/CSO: Good work, gentlemen.

XO_Hicks says:
CSO: Make it so.

CNS_West says:
OPS: Smiles at Kerst,: of course.

CMO_Tae says:
::starts treating the people standing in SB::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Reporting as ordered, Sir.

CSO_Pavielion says:
XO: aye sir ::goes to console and begins looking over duty roster, begins to contact personnel and send them on emergency medical duty::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Thank you, Commander.  You have Ops.  I will be in the Infirmary assisting with the wounded.

CNS_West says:
:Stands to leave Ops, looks over at XO Hicks and smiles::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Aye Captain.

XO_Hicks says:
::Takes the command chair::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Turns and walks into the TL::  Deck 5.

CSO_Pavielion says:
*CMO*: additional personnel are on the way, help is coming.

CMO_Tae says:
*CSO*:  Good ... I could use a few more hands.

CNS_West says:
::Leaves Ops headed for SB::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Takes a quick scan of the shuttles and hands the tricorder to EO Ruth as she enters.:: EO: Here are the initial scans.

CNS_West says:
*CMO* : I'm on my way.

OPS_Kerst says:
::watches CNS leave::

Host Snow says:
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