Host SM_Darlene says:
Last time on Star Trek: Kootenai Station…
After discovering an unauthorized transport of all children under the age of 12, initiated during a sudden power outage on the station the crew of Kootenai Station boarded the USS Erie and following a warp signature discovered a large unidentified vessel orbiting a small moon-like planet.  The vessel was in the process of transporting over 500 children to the confines of a large domed city located in the northern hemisphere of the planet.  The vessel has completed the offloading of their cargo and has broken orbit and left the sector.  The crew is now in the process of making plans for the rescue attempt.

Meanwhile, back on Kootenai Station…
Sector Commander Admiral Mitchell, left in command of the station in the absence of Captain Pavielion is supervising the final stages of the deck-by-deck search by station security.  As yet, none of the missing children have been found.  As a precaution she has ordered all USS Seahawk crew back to the ship to prepare for emergency launch and is awaiting an update from the USS Erie.

Cadet Ferrone, son of former Sector Commander Admiral Ferrone on a field assignment to Kootenai Station to complete the final stages of his Academy training before graduation, along with Ensign Alana Torez former CNS of Kootenai Station and recently returned to duty after a leave of absence from Starfleet are on a runabout approaching the station.

Cast of Characters

Chad Snyder as CO Commander/Captain Micjoran Pavielion, Erie Relief OPS
Brian Wachendorf as XO Commander P’Dar Kerst, TO Ensign Smith
Craig Yoshihara as OPS Commander Christian Danforth
Randy Tirazona as CEO Commander Corjet Randy, all Assistant EO’s
Eric VanSickle as SO Lieutenant Taliza Cal
Juanita Wilson as CNS Commander Toni West, Ensign Alana Torez
James Alan Young as CIV Cadet James Ferrone II

Special Appearance

SM-Darlene Wise as Sector Commander Admiral Valar Mitchell, TO Lieutenant Lewis, Seahawk Crew and Kootenai Station FCO

Host SM_Darlene says:
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CEO_Corjet says:
#::Is working hard in Main Engineering, hasn't slept one wink since he found out his children have been kidnapped.  Is driving himself hard, working overtime, making sure the crew and ship is ready and prepared to retrieve his children and the other children too.  Says with dire conviction:: Self: They better not have hurt them.

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Monitors the sensors trained on the domed city/base on the moon::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Pacing the deck in Operations waiting for word from the Erie::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Blinks and then heads over to the MSD to check up on the ships systems again:: AE: How are things?

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez>:: on transport  with CIV Ferrone, coming to Station::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Sits in the command chair and opens a communiqué with Kootenai Station::  COM: Kootenai: Admiral: Sir, we have followed the alien vessel to a moon base with a dome city on the surface, we are currently studying the city and preparing to hail the aliens and rescue the children, I am transmitting our coordinates to you now ::Sends::

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Looks to Corjet with concern, but smiles:: CEO: Everything’s fine, Sir.

CIV_Ferrone says:
@::Turns to Torez::  Sir, we're approaching Kootenai Station.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Scans of the domed city are inconclusive due to the strange configuration of their defensive grid.

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: Sir, I can't get through the shielding.

CNS_West says:
::Standing next to CO Pavielion::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CSO: Try reconfiguring sensors and boasting the gain, we need information on that compound, Lieutenant.

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> CIV: Signal them we are ready for docking and I will take her in.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
COM: Erie: CO: Acknowledged.  I have received new orders for Commander West.  I am forwarding the orders to you now.  ::Motions for OPS to send the communiqué::

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: There is some strange property of the grid over the base that prevents scans.  I'll do what I can to get through.

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Reconfigures sensors and boosts gain::

CIV_Ferrone says:
@::Opens a channel to Kootenai::  COM: Kootenai: FCO: Kootenai Operations this is Cadet Ferrone and Ensign Torez on the runabout Yukon, requesting permission to dock.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Walks to the shuttlebay console.  Then brings up the status reports on the shuttles and equipment:: Self: Good... ::Taps a few commands into the console:: Good. ::Walks back to his office and sits down, brings up a hologram of his family and stares at it for a few moments::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#COM: Kootenai: Admiral: Acknowledged, Sir.  ::Awaits the transmission, then reads what was sent::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Turns around and looks over the repeater stations::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Kootenai FCO> COM: Runabout: CIV: Acknowledged.  You are cleared for docking in Shuttlebay 3.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Reads over the orders::  CNS: In my Ready Room please, Commander.  ::Turns to CSO::  CSO: You have the Bridge

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Whispers to the other Assistant:: AE2: Let everyone know we're lightening his workload from this moment on. ::Goes back to his duties::

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Remains at science one::

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE2> ::Nods and smiles, then passes the word to the rest of the Engineering team::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Gets out of the command chair and enters his Ready Room, takes a seat behind his desk::  Commander: please sit counselor.

CIV_Ferrone says:
@COM: Kootenai: FCO: Acknowledged.  Shuttlebay 3.

CNS_West says:
#CO: Yes, Sir at once. ::Looks back at the view screen then follows the Captain to the Ready Room::

CIV_Ferrone says:
@Torez: Sir, we're cleared for docking.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
COM: Erie: CO: I will be delivering your new CNS and the Admiral's son to your position via the Seahawk.  Will notify you when we are within range.  Have Commander West ready to beam over to the Seahawk upon our arrival.  Mitchell, out.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Monitors one station and then turns to the next.  Taps a few commands into each station and moves on down the line.  Closely monitoring each and every system on the ship::

CNS_West says:
#::Takes a seat in front of the Captain::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Continues to monitor sensors::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Hears the Admiral's COM in his Ready Room, touches his desk panel::  COM: Kootenai: Admiral: Aye, Sir, we will maintain orbit until you arrive.

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Walks over to the CEO and stands there a moment:: CEO: You should get some rest Sir.  ::Then snaps to attention::  All systems are fully operational Sir.

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> COM: Kootenai: FCO: Approaching Shuttlebay 3.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CNS: I trust you already know of your new assignment?

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Tweaks sensors by adjusting more on the upper end of the EM spectrum::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Doesn't look to his Assistant, but continues with his work:: AE: No, I must.  ::Sighs and stops working.  Turns to the AE::  I'd go crazy if I wasn't doing something.  ::Sighs and turns back to the repeater stations::  Thank you, Ensign.  Return to your duties. ::Moves to another station::

CNS_West says:
#CO: Yes, Sir, I read the orders just before we departed.  I was not expecting them to come so soon but that is what Starfleet wants so I must go.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Kootenai FCO> COM: Runabout: Torez: Acknowledged.

CIV_Ferrone says:
@::Nervously awaiting their docking with the station::

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Nods and heads back to the Master Situation Monitor with a frown.  Whispers to the Second Assistant:: AE2: We'll let him be for now...

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Notices on another sensor the moon itself has a breathable atmosphere:: Self: That's odd.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Nods::  CNS: The Nighthawk is a fine ship and Captain Cerdan is a skilled leader, he will be lucky to have you as his XO.  ::Reads the orders again::  The Admiral will rendezvous with us in the Seahawk to deliver two new crewmembers, one is to replace you.  You will then transport over.

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> ::Completes docking procedures without  crashing::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The runabout glides into shuttlebay 3 and powers down its engines.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#*CSO* Lieutenant, the Seahawk will be approaching our position soon, please notify when they come within transporter range.

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE2> ::Sighs with a nod and then moves over to the warp core for a scheduled scan::

CSO_Taliza says:
#*CO* Aye, Sir.  Update on the scans, Sir.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Running final checks on the systems he was responsible for::

CNS_West says:
#CO: Sir, I really wanted to say goodbye to the crew in a more proper manner.  That is why I was hoping this could take place after our away mission but that is not possible.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis>  ::Approaches shuttlebay 3 and awaits the new arrivals::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CNS: Most likely the Seahawk will stay in orbit to provide assistance for the Erie, so you will be given a shuttle to met up with the Nighthawk.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Torez: Sir, Yukon systems are clean.  ::Waits for Torez to lead the way onto the station::

CSO_Taliza says:
#*CO* No luck yet getting through the shield surrounding the dome.  I'm trying every possible adjustment as we speak.  In the mean time, the moon has a breathable atmosphere.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis>  ::Approaches the shuttle Yukon and watches as the shuttle doors open::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Becomes a bit tired and goes back to his desk.  Turns the seat to sit, but turns it back and heads to the MSD:: AE: You have Main Engineering, I'm heading to the Bridge.  ::Turns and heads out::

CNS_West says:
#CO: Sir, I want to know it is as always a pleasure to serve with you and I will miss you all.  I will brief Ensign Torez of the situation.

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Nods:: CEO: I relieve you. ::Goes back to his duties and smiles::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CNS: You are always welcome to come back and visit and I will make sure the crew gets your “goodbyes”.  It has been an honor having you on my crew.  ::Stands and offers his hand::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Arrives at the turbolift and paces with worry on his face:: Bridge.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#*CSO* Acknowledged, keep at it and alert me when you have something.

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez:: Stands looking around then grabs her flight bags and heads for the shuttle door::

CSO_Taliza says:
#*CO* Aye, Sir.

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Boosts gain to sensors on the low end of the EM spectrum::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Follows behind Torez and exits the shuttle::

CNS_West says:
#::Stands, takes the CO's hand and holds on for a brief moment:: CO: Sir, I will be transmitting a special message to all the crew, will you see to it that they all get it?

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Stops and moves out of the way for some science officers to enter::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis> ::Instantly recognizes Ensign Torez as she exits the shuttle with a new face close behind her::  Torez: Welcome back, Counselor and who is this?  ::Eyes the Cadet::

CNS_West says:
<Ensign Torez> ::Snaps to attention when she sees Lieutenant Lewis::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Snaps to::  Lewis: Cadet Ferrone, reporting for final field assignment, Sir!

CNS_West says:
#CO: I am sure that Ensign Torez will be most helpful as she has other abilities I am sure will be useful in this mission.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CNS: Of course, Commander.  In the meantime I suggest you get your belongings in order.  The Seahawk will be arriving shortly.  I doubt you will have time to speak with the new Counselor so you could perhaps write her a note.  Well, you probably have a lot to do.  Dismissed.

OPS_Danforth says:
#::At the OPS station on the Bridge::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis>  ::Looks the Cadet up and down, then walks slowly around him.  ::Nods:: CNS/CIV: At ease.  Welcome aboard.  Do you have your orders?  ::Waits for the Cadet to hand him the orders::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Exits and enters the Bridge.  Looks around a moment then heads to the Engineering station::

CNS_West says:
#CO: Goodbye, Sir!

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Snaps out his PADD:: Lewis: Sir.  ::Stands at ease::

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: I might need a bit more power to the sensors to bust through that darn shield grid.  What can you spare me?

OPS_Danforth says:
#CSO: I can give you about 10% more power, but that's about it.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis>  ::Takes the PADD from the Cadet and taps the button, reading the display::  CIV: Ferrone, eh?  Any relation to our former Sector Commander Admiral Ferrone?

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: I'll use every last drop.

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Begins the adjustments necessary to give the CSO the power for sensors::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Activates the console and makes sure everything is operational.  Hears the OPS and CSO talk, taps a few commands into the console and turns to them:: CSO: Make that 20% more...

CIV_Ferrone says:
Lewis:  ::Coughs uncomfortably:: Aye, Sir.  

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Takes his seat as the counselor leaves::  *CEO/CSO* Any progress on the nature of that weapon that disabled us earlier?  I really do not want that happening again if we get into any type of firefight.

CSO_Taliza says:
#CEO: Thank you, Sir!  ::Awaits the extra power::

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Sees the CEO's request and grants it::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis> ::Eyes the Cadet:: CIV: Explain your relationship to Admiral Ferrone.

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Tries to find new ways to boost power to shields and weapons::

CNS_West says:
#Walks to her quarters to gather her belongings::

CEO_Corjet says:
#*CO* Not much on my half, Sir.  ::Looks to the CSO::

CSO_Taliza says:
#*CO* I've been busy busting through the base's shields.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Lewis: Sir, he is my father.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#*CEO/CSO* Acknowledged, let me know when you find something.  ::Closes the COM and walks over to his replicator::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis> ::Is taken aback at the Cadet's response:: CIV: Admiral Ferrone is your father?  Well, well, well.....then you had better follow me to Operations right away!  ::Motions for Torez and Ferrone to follow him to Operations::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Inwardly groans and follows Lewis::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Walks to the CSO:: CSO: I'm a bit free now to do more work on that weapon.  Do you have any more information on it?

CSO_Taliza says:
#CEO: Can't, Sir.  I'm still trying to figure out how to get through that shielding to see what, or who, is inside that base.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis>  ::Lumbers out of the shuttlebay to the turbolift with Torez and the Cadet in tow::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Orders a Tarkalyan drink in the files and goes to his desk, takes a seat and opens the files he was studying earlier, looking for the roots of all the children down on the moon::

CNS_West says:
# Walks into her Quarters and sits down to record messages for crew and last duty log, also leaving message for Ensign Torez.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Turns to his console and peaks over his shoulder:: CSO: Maybe two heads working on this will help. ::Manages a smile:: What do we know about it?

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Tries a tachyon pulse::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Watches as the CSO works::

CSO_Taliza says:
#CEO: All I know is the shield is a strange configuration preventing me from scanning inside to know the lay of the base and how many children are in there.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis> ::Enters the turbolift and waits for the Cadet and Torez to enter::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> ::Follows Lewis into the turbolift::

CEO_Corjet says:
#<AE> ::Orders a few more Engineers to their stations::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Follows Lewis in an orderly manner then enters the turbolift::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Sees tachyon pulse having no effect::

CNS_West says:
#::Leaves a special message for XO Kerst, to be opened after the present mission::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Lewis> ::Eyes the Cadet out of the corner of his eye::  Deck one!

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Sighs, getting nowhere and taps his desk panel::  *Shipwide* All Senior Staff are to report to the Briefing Room immediately with a full departmental report.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Looks at the readouts:: CSO: Hmm…anything on the COM channels?  What about digging a hole next to the shields down deep then see if we can transport something inside?

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Hears the COM:: CEO: I guess we'll have to suspend this and see what the captain wants. ::Makes way for Briefing Room::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Disposes of his drink and stands, straightens his uniform and exits the Ready Room heading straight into the Briefing Room and waits for his senior staff::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Studies the readouts a few moments:: CSO: Yes... ::Walks to the Engineering station and picks up his PADD::

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Hears the hail and heads to the Briefing Room with his PADD::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Enters Briefing Room and has seat::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The turbolift doors open and Lewis lumbers out with the Cadet and Torez following.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Heads to the Briefing Room with his PADD in hand.  Then stops a moment and straightens out his uniform and hair::

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Enters the Briefing Room and has a seat::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Sits down as the crew files in.  Can see stressed looks on some faces::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Has the most stressed look::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Steps out into Operations for the first time, looking around at all the stations::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Enters the Briefing room and heads to his seat::

CNS_West says:
#::Hears the crew summons and puts her PADD in her pocket.  Stands and heads for the Briefing Room::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Turns to see Lewis and his entourage enter Operations.  Stands and looks at a new face and a familiar face.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Looks up as the crew enters::  CEO: Is everyone present?

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Nods to Lewis:: Lewis.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Spots the admiral and snaps to::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks at the Cadet up and down:: CIV: And who might you be?

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Looks a bit surprised and turns to make a head count.  Then turns to the CO::  CO: Aye, Sir.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Cadet Ferrone, Sir.  ::Stares straight ahead::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez>:: looking around the station  she once called home::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Torez: Welcome back, Counselor.  CIV: Cadet Ferrone, at ease and welcome aboard.  ::Takes the PADD from Lewis and taps the button::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Stands at ease:: Admiral: Thank you, Sir.

CNS_West says:
#Walks into Briefing Room and takes a seat, pulling her PADD out and placing it on the table::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> Admiral: Thank you, Sir, glad to be back.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CEO: All right.   ::Turns to face the crew::  All: Obviously we are in a very tense situation.  We need to know everything we can about these aliens and find out why they have our children and those from several other races.  ::Turns to the CSO::  CSO: Lieutenant, what have you found so far on the base and its systems?

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Still thinks about the sensors::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Hears he is being addressed:: CO: Sir, nothing at all.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: I believe your Quarters are already assigned however you will not have time to visit them.  We are about to depart.  Please report to docking bay two and board the Seahawk for your first assignment.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Torez: We can chat later, Counselor.  Right now I want you to report to docking bay two and board the Seahawk.  We are rendezvousing with the Erie.  Prepare for immediate departure.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Sighs to himself as the CNS enters.  Then looks to his PADD and sets it in his lap.  Turns his full attention to the crew::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Caught off guard.  Doesn't know if he should leave now without the rest of them::  Ughhhh...

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: I can't budge the shielding with the sensors.  I've tried boosting the gain, adjusting to the upper and lower ends of the EM spectrum, a tachyon pulse and a 20% increase in power.  Nothing.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Notes the puzzled look on the Cadet's face:: CIV: Follow me, Cadet.  ::Leaves Lewis in command of Operations and boards the turbolift::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Raises eyebrow::  CSO: That was not the response I was hoping for.  What about weapons systems?  Have you or Commander Corjet found out anything on that dampening field they were able to disable us with?

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Grins foolishly to himself and follows the Admiral into the turbolift::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> Admiral: Aye, Sir.  ::Turns and heads to the turbolift::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Feels a bit frustrated and looks to the CSO:: CSO: What do we have as far as sensor readings. ::Blushes in embarrassment and looks down a bit:: Sorry.

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: Sir, I've been concentrating solely on getting a sensor lock on the base.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Turbolift: Docking Bay 2.  ::Stands in the turbolift holding the PADD:: CIV: Tell me, how is your father doing?

CSO_Taliza says:
#CEO: All I'm getting is that the shielding has an unusual composition that prevents our scans.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Sir, I couldn't tell you.  We have not kept in close contact.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Reactivates his PADD and brings up the sensor logs on the dampening field:: CO: Nothing there Sir.  Nothing on sensor logs at all.  One moment... ::Taps his PADD:: All systems are functioning, then.. Nothing.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Oh?  ::Exits the turbolift and walks to Airlock 2::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Looks down for a moment::  All: Obviously these people do not want us looking inside and most likely are prepared fairly well.  ::Pauses::  CNS: Any suggestions?  Why would a race want to kidnap so many small children?

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Curses to himself in Ancient Bajoran, but a bit too loud and everyone hears him::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Follows:: Admiral: I estimate that he's still ill, but does not want to show it, Sir.

CNS_West says:
#CO: I have checked with Starfleet and have received reports of many other children being abducted in this sector.

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Understood the curse::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Yes, yes, that sounds just like your father.  Stubborn man.  ::Enters the airlock and walks across the gangway to the Seahawk::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::In ancient Bajoran:: CEO: Relax, Sir.

CNS_West says:
#CO: I suggest that a small team get inside and find out what is being done with these children before we act.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Following:: Admiral: Yes, Sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Turns to everyone:: ALL: Sorry about that.  It's just.. ::Blinks away some tears:: my children.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Still 500 children, I almost cannot see any other reason except to sell them into slavery.  ::Stops::  Though I guarantee we will not let this happen.  ::Knows this must be hard on those that have children::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> ::Enters the airlock::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: As the Admiral and Cadet exit the gangway they see the Seahawk looming before them.

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Raises hand:: CO: Sir, if I may?

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Turns to Ops::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Okay, I want suggestions.  We cannot scan through their shields, so whatever is down there is a complete surprise.  ::Pauses::  OPS: Yes, Commander?

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: Sir, would it be advisable to have a short phaser burst to see if we can get either through it or at least get a reading?

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: There she is, the USS Seahawk.  Have you flown a starship before, Cadet Ferrone?

OPS_Danforth says:
#CO: If we have the means to get through the shields then regardless of what they are doing to the children, we have to get inside and rescue them.  They came and tore them from our hands.  There isn't a reason we shouldn't take them back.  The longer we wait, the more likely we won't see the children again.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CSO: If we start firing Lieutenant, we will not stop until their shield grid is down and all children back onboard.

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez>:: Looking up at the Seahawk’s size::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Looks to the CSO and then turns to everyone as he talks.  Nods to Danforth:: ALL: I was thinking about firing phasers next to the shield.  Drilling a hole into the ground.  Then maybe we can get in from underneath since we cant get in from above it.

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: I concur.  We must concoct some assault plan.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#OPS: Agreed, have you found a way to transport through their shields?  From what I have gathered, their shield grid is fairly impressive.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:	
::Enters the docking hatch to the Seahawk and turns left to the turbolift::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> Enters the Seahawk behind the Admiral and heads for a station, any station to await launch::

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Sir, I've passed my flight courses and piloted the Yukon most of the way here from Earth.  ::Continues on with Mitchell::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Motions for everyone to settle down::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Enters the turbolift:: CIV: Very well.  How would you like to try your hand at piloting this ship?  ::Raises an eyebrow::  Bridge.

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Settles down::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Moves in his seat, obviously distressed since they have his children::

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: I'll try not to chip the paint, Sir.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Okay, we will try to contact them but if they do not respond in our favor, we need a rescue plan.  Either that or we will stay here for as long as necessary until they have to come out.  I want suggestions on rescue plans.

CNS_West says:
#CO: Once we have established a way in thru the shields, we should be careful not to anger anyone who could help us find out what is going on down there.

CNS_West says:
#::Looking over at CEO with compassion for his feelings about his children::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Gives the Cadet a look:: CIV: Indeed, Cadet.  ::Exits the turbolift onto the Bridge::  CIV: Cadet, take your station and call for docking clearance.  ::Sits down in the command chair::

OPS_Danforth says:
#CO: I think the Chief has a good idea.  If we do it right, we should be able to burrow beneath it.  In the meantime, I'll continue to look for ways to get through by shield modulation.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Aye, Sir.  ::Waits as the helmsman vacates the seat::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Is having a hard time thinking since he's too focused on his children::

OPS_Danforth says:
#CO: Perhaps we can modulate a counter wave to the shield long enough to let us transport down.

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: Sir, we don't know what the frequency of this shield is.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Can we burrow under?  Has anyone checked if the shielding extends completely around the compound?

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Seahawk OPS: Secure all docking hatches and prepare for launch.  Confirm when ready.

OPS_Danforth says:
#CSO: That's where you come in Mr. Taliza.

CEO_Corjet says:
#ALL: We can drill a hole into the ground and hopefully that'll give us a way to transport into it from underneath.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Verifies propulsion systems::

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Smiles at the CSO:::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
<Seahawk OPS> Admiral: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps the console securing the ship for launch::

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: The helm is ready, Sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
#CO: I’m sure we can Sir. We really can't tell at the moment.

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: I've been trying the last several hours to find out that shield's composition.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Very well.  Obtain departure clearance from Station Flight Operations.

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: It all comes up unknown.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: I will say now, our priority is the children.  We can set our weapons for stun if we go down there, but as far as I am concerned, this species has declared war on all they stole children from.

CNS_West says:
#::Making notes on PADD for Ensign Torez::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Opens a channel:: COM: Kootenai: FCO: This is the USS Seahawk requesting departure clearance.

XO_Kerst says:
#CO: Agreed

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Nods as he himself has declared war upon them::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: ::Pauses for a moment::  what about a small away team?  just enough to transport down, be discrete, and find a way to disable their shield grid?

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
<Kootenai FCO> COM: Seahawk: CIV: You are cleared for launch.

XO_Kerst says:
#CO: If we know where to hit it, I think it's doable.

CSO_Taliza says:
#CO: That's what I was thinking too, Sir.  The atmosphere is breathable outside the shield.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
<Seahawk OPS> Admiral: Admiral, ship is secure.  We are ready for launch, Sir.

OPS_Danforth says:
#CSO: What if we use a large light wave to test the shield frequency?

CIV_Ferrone says:
COM: Kootenai: FCO: Confirmed.  Retracting umbilicals.

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: I tried a tachyon pulse.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Seahawk OPS: Acknowledged.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Nods in agreement:: CO: Yes. ::Thinks again:: But there's over 500 children, Sir.  I think maybe a full complement would be better.  Also to have a few Away Teams ready too just incase we...  ::Looks around:: they… need help, Sir.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Sounding off as he readies systems::  All: Umbilicals retracted.  Docking clamps released.  RCS thrusters online.  Impulse system online.  ::Waits for the okay to proceed::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: I fear that if we take the entire crew down with phasers firing, they might react by harming the children.  If we can prevent them from knowing we are there, most likely we will have a better chance of rescuing them all.

OPS_Danforth says:
#CO: Then how about the ESF, Sir?  We go down in runabouts and shuttles and do it by hand.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Take us out, Cadet.  1/4 thrusters until we have cleared the station then full thrusters until we reach the outer markers.  Flight course is locked into the helm.

CNS_West says:
#CO: I think that would be best.

CSO_Taliza says:
#All: A small, covert group.  Get in, deactivate the shields then get out.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: How many people do you think we would need?  We have to keep it small, but have enough personnel to get the job done.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Aye, Sir.

XO_Kerst says:
#CO: No more than 4 I think.  Me, Danforth and a couple of security officers should do it.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Sighs:: ALL: I think about 3 to 5 officers with the ESF on standby.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Grips the armrests of the command chair::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Cringes::  OPS: ESF is an excellent fighting squad but I need a team that can slip in without detection.  The last time we used ESF the entire base was alerted and we had to destroy half of the compound.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Engages thrusters::  All: 10% power to fore RCS thrusters to back us out.

OPS_Danforth says:
#CO: Sir, then what about me and about 4 others?  You know my background, Sir.  I can get the job done.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The Seahawk backs out of docking bay two, so far, so good.

CSO_Taliza says:
#XO: Sir, I need to be on that team.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Then it is agreed, a small team of 4 or 5 will go down, and we will keep several additional teams on standby in case the situation gets out of hand.

CIV_Ferrone says:
All: Fore-thrusters offline. Engaging port thrusters for 3 second burst for rotation.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Closes his eyes and listens to everyone and everything and at the same time hearing nothing::

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez> ::Glad she was not asked to pilot this big ship::

XO_Kerst says:
#CSO: Why?

CEO_Corjet says:
#~~~Nalis: Nalis?!?~~~

CSO_Taliza says:
#XO: My experience hacking into computers could be helpful.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the Cadet as she is impressed::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Hears everyone wanting to be on the team::  All: It will be up to Commander. Kerst as to who will be on the team, as he will lead it.

OPS_Danforth says:
#XO: Sir, with all due respect, you need me on that team.

CSO_Taliza says:
#XO: If I have a local terminal, I can get in their system and drop their shields.

CIV_Ferrone says:
All: Stabilizing rotation with 3 second burst from starboard.  Engaging aft thrusters at 25%.  Admiral: We will reach the outer markers shortly, Sir.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The Seahawk slowly approaches the opening space doors.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Motions for everyone to quiet down again::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Tries with everything he knows, with his love for his children to reach out to his son:: Self: Nalis?

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Quiets down::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Acknowledged.

CSO_Taliza says:
#XO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Commander Kerst has an excellent ability to construct an away team.  He will make the selections carefully.  Those not picked will remain on the Erie and we will prepare to transport the team out once the mission is complete.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::A few tears fall from his closed eyes as he can't reach his beloved son.  Wipes them away and finally opens his eyes::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The Seahawk glides through the space doors without scratching the paint.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#XO: Commander, do you have a team selected, or do you require more time?  Remember, no more than five.

XO_Kerst says:
#::Is glad the CO has such confidence in him::

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: We have cleared the space doors.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Acknowledged.  ::Wipes a bead of sweat from her brow::

XO_Kerst says:
#CO: Okay, Danforth, Taliza and one more security officer, plus me, that’s four.  I think that should be enough.

CNS_West says:
#::Stands and walks over to CEO, places her hand on his shoulder, as he wipes his eyes::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Looks to the Executive Officer, wanting to go, but knowing his extreme emotions could hurt the team’s efforts more than help::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Sees the CEO and notices how hard this ordeal is on him::  All: As I said, we will get all the children back and every last alien will stand trial for these crimes.  There will be justice.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Shifts in his seat, a little more relaxed and comfortable now::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The Seahawk approaches the outer markers.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Lets out a stifled groan and quickly settles himself, blinks back more tears::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Looks over to CEO and says in ancient Bajoran:: CEO: Don't worry, Randy.  I'll bring back Nalis and the twins.

XO_Kerst says:
#CEO: I can image how you must feel, but I need you here beaming the children out once I get the shields down. We will get them back. Failure is not an option.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: We're approaching the outer markers, Sir.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#XO: Make sure your teams have everything they will need.  Once you get inside we will not be able to assist you.  We will have security teams on standby, but it will take several minutes for them to reach you.  You will have to make sure you are not detected.

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Puts a hand on the CEO's shoulder:: CEO: It'll be all right Chief.  I'll see to it myself.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Gives his thanks to the CSO in Ancient Bajoran and turns to the XO:: XO: No it isn't Sir.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Very well.  Set course 374 Mark 3 and engage maximum warp.  ::Grips the armrests again::

CNS_West says:
#::Bends down to whisper something in CEO's ear::

CEO_Corjet says:
#ALL: All systems are fully operational.  I've seen to it personally.  All Away Team gear is too.

XO_Kerst says:
#OPS: Well need tricorders and phasers.  Phaser rifles might be in order, also a med kit just in case and some explosives.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: The Seahawk is coming to assist us, once we get everyone out of that compound, we will get back here and prepare for whatever they will throw at us.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Pats the CNS's hand::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The Seahawk jumps to maximum warp.  Thanks to CEO Corjet's engineers the engines purr like a kitten.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: Is there anything to add?

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Aye.  Disengaging RCS.  Warp core is online.  Laying in course.  Three-seven-four-mark-three.  Engaged.

OPS_Danforth says:
#CO: No, Sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
#CO: Not that I can think of, Sir.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#All: All right, lets get ready for this mission.  Hopefully we will be able to talk this through, but just in case.  Dismissed.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: TIME WARP.  The Seahawk is coming into range of the Erie.

XO_Kerst says:
#OPS/CSO: Ready to go?

OPS_Danforth says:
#:XO: Yes, Sir!

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Before leaving for the Away Team, notices the Seahawk coming into range:: CO: The Seahawk is approaching.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: We approaching the Erie, Sir.

CNS_West says:
#::Stands and leaves the Briefing Room::

CSO_Taliza says:
#XO: On my way, Sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
#CO: Aye, Sir.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
CIV: Very well, Cadet.  ::Motions for the helmsman to take the helm:: Report to Transporter Room one and prepare to transport to the Erie.

XO_Kerst says:
#OPS/CSO: Okay, we beam down in ten, have the equipment ready and prepared to go.

CIV_Ferrone says:
Admiral: Aye, Sir.  ::Waits until a helmsman takes the post::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Taps COM badge:: *Torez* Counselor, please report to Transporter Room one and prepare to transport to the Erie.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#::Hears the CSO, walks onto the Bridge and sits in the command chair::

CSO_Taliza says:
#XO: Aye, Sir.  ::Takes equipment with him and heads to transporter room::

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Quietly heads to the turbolift and waits for the doors to open::

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Waits for the rest of the team in the Transporter Room as he double-checks all of his equipment.  It's been some time since he's done a covert mission and he's looking forward to it::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Seahawk FCO> ::Takes the helm back from the Cadet::  Admiral: Approaching the Erie, Sir.

CNS_West says:
@<Ensign Torez>::Taps COM badge:: Yes, Sir.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#*CNS* Commander West, please report to transporter room one immediately, the Seahawk is coming into range.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Seahawk FCO: Acknowledged.  Slow to thrusters only.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::Takes the turbolift down to Transporter Room 1 and is told to wait for Torez to arrive::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Arrives in the transporter room with his gear::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Seahawk FCO> Admiral: Aye, Sir, slowing to thrusters only.

CNS_West says:
#Entering her quarters she grabs her flight bag and heads for the Transporter Room 1::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
Seahawk OPS: Open a hailing frequency to the Erie.

OPS_Danforth says:
#CSO: Ready, Lieutenant?

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: Born ready.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Seahawk OPS> Admiral: Aye, Admiral.  Hailing frequency open.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Heads to the Engineering Station on the Bridge and runs a level 3 diagnostic on the weapons systems and the transporter systems:: Self: Daddy will bring you back kids.

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
COM: Erie: USS Erie, this is Admiral Mitchell aboard the USS Seahawk, please respond.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Turns to the CO:: CO: All systems fully operational Sir.

CNS_West says:
<Ensign Torez> ::Enters Transporter Room 1 and steps up on the pad::

XO_Kerst says:
#<Ensign Smith> ::Enters Transporter Room 1:: OPS/CSO: Sirs, the XO assigned me to the away team.

CSO_Taliza says:
#Smith: You're our security officer?

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#<Erie Relief OPS> COM: Seahawk: Admiral: We are holding position, Sir, preparing to receive transport and beam over Commander West.

CIV_Ferrone says:
::On the transporter pad::

CSO_Taliza says:
#OPS: ::Whisper:: I was expecting Bailey.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#CEO: Acknowledged.  ::Pauses::  Do not worry, we will get them back.

CNS_West says:
#::Enters Transporter room and steps on pad::

XO_Kerst says:
#<Ensign Smith>: CSO: Yes, Sir. I have training in recon and small unit tactical situations. XO said that might be useful.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Nods with a slight smile:: CO: Aye, Sir.

CNS_West says:
<Ensign Torez> ::Nods to Transporter Tech::

Host SC_Admiral_Mitchell says:
COM: Erie: Relief OPS: Acknowledged.  Initiating transport, now.  ::Motions for Seahawk OPS to initiate simultaneous transport::

CNS_West says:
#::Nods to transporter tech::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#<Erie Relief OPS> ::Links computers and transports over Commander West::

OPS_Danforth says:
#CSO: ::Whispers back:: I've heard Smith is very good.  Bailey was probably needed with the CEO.

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Monitors the simultaneous transport and then sets the transporter systems::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Cadet Ferrone and Ensign Torez are beamed over to the Erie and at the same time CNS West appears on the Seahawk transporter pad.

XO_Kerst says:
#::Enters Transporter Room 1::

CIV_Ferrone says:
#::Doesn't step off the pad, just looks around at the officers standing in front of him::

CNS_West says:
#<Ensign Torez>::Rematerializes in transporter room of the USS Erie::

CSO_Taliza says:
#::Sees two people beam aboard::

CSO_Taliza says:
#CNS: Torez?  What are you doing here?

CNS_West says:
::Rematerializes on the transporter pad of the USS Seahawk::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
#<Erie Relief OPS> COM: Seahawk: Transport received.

OPS_Danforth says:
#::Nods to the new arrivals:: CIV: Cadet, I've heard a lot about you.  Welcome aboard.

XO_Kerst says:
#::Is slightly speechless seeing Ensign Torez beam aboard::

CEO_Corjet says:
#::Starts his log as he stands awaiting further orders as the readouts from the ship come up on his console:: Self:  Chief Engineer's log.  Stardate 10201.30...

Host SM_Darlene says:
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