Transcript: USS Quirinus NCC 83942
SD: 10304.14
Episode Five: Thunder on the Horizon

Summary: The Quirinus remains in orbit of Gelia Prime, and its crew is now in a peculiar situation. They have captured Deborah Craven, a dangerous agent of the Storm, one of Starfleet's most nefarious foes. Now, apparently here to bargain for her release are three negotiators ... an unfamiliar Andorian female, General Etap Trebor, and David Thorn, founder of the Storm.
Host SM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Resume Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=
Host Thorn says:
::Stands there with Trebor and the Andorian female::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Just entering the conference room::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::standing in the briefing room, sizing up the situation::
Host Thorn says:
CO: Captain Sulek, a pleasure to be in your presence once again.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ::Standing there, hands clasped behind his back::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
nods to the captain and the xo::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes his seat at the table and indicates for the others to do the same:: Thorn: It has been some time.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Flips out tricorder while standing in the briefing room::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::drags a chair out with his foot and sits abruptly::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::sits down at the table, and looks around at the "Guest"::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: stands on the bridge, not quite having the nerve to sit in the Big Chair ::
Host Thorn says:
::Takes a seat directly across, as do Trebor and the female:: CO: Of course. But alas, I have been busy ... I left dealings with Starfleet to the General here.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::in TL on the way to the briefing room::
Host Thorn says:
CO: But let's get down to the thick of it ... you have someone we want, we have someone you want.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: I am sure you understand the doctor scanning you for anything out of the ordinary.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Scans the "guests"::
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ::Glances at the MO:: MO: Well, we would be shocked if you people didn't do your jobs properly. ::Smiles his most charming smile at the MO::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Dr. Jenson?
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Merely glances at him and continues::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::decides to redirect TL destination to Main Engineering::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
TL: Main Engineering
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Opens mind and begins to scan emotions and surface thoughts, focusing on Thorn::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*Security*: Alpha Shift and Delta Shift report to Main Engineering
Host Thorn says:
CO: Eh? Oh yes ... Dr. Jenson. No, she is on vacation at Risa. She was never actually supposed to come here. I simply had an old friend create that false paperwork back at Command. Dr. Jenson also sympathizes with our cause, and agreed for our agent to come here provided nothing was done to harm the Gelians, which nothing has.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
FCO: Maintain yellow alert. Monitor the runabout for any change of status.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
<FCO Mayhew> CSO: Aye, sir.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: retreats to Science One ::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
Capt: Sir, they seem fine there is nothing on them.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Your agent then was to ensure that your mining operations would go unnoticed?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Munro: Thank you, Doctor.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Thorn: How may miners are on the planet?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Impatient::
Host Thorn says:
CO: Please, Captain, we could sit here all day and debate what Deborah was sent here to accomplish ... but we'll miss the whole point of what we're really here for.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Closes tricorder slowly and watches the group.::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::scowls and shakes his head when he catches the captain’s eye::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: And that is, specifically?
Host Thorn says:
CO: A simple trade.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: And if it is not Jenson, who is it that you have?
Host Thorn says:
CO: An old friend ... I know it has been a while, but I'm sure you remember Mr. Mathar Raythan?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer, resume scan of runabout. Monitor unknown technological components for any emissions in the EM or subspace bands.
Host Thorn says:
<Computer> CSO: Scanning.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::wishes he could use a deeper probe, he would break through, darn Starfleet ethics::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives in Main Engineering::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::starts at the name of Maythan:: Sulek: Captain!
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Thorn: Where the hell is he and what have you done to him? ::aggravated::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::raises an eyebrow:: Thorn: Yes.  Starfleet had requested all we had on Raythan.  May I ask why you have him?
Host Thorn says:
::Leans back into his chair, and tilts his head:: CO: The why’s and how’s of the matter are irrelevant. Judging by your first officer's emotional response, you want him back. We want Craven back. It's as simple as that.
Host Thorn says:
<Computer> CSO: Abnormal EM emission detected.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::tries one more time to pick up if this gentleman is telling the truth about the former Counselor::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Begins slowly circling the table like a hawk::
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> CNS: Seriously, Counselor, could you please stop probing ... you're starting to give me a headache ... and that's all you're going to get out of that.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Analyze EM emission. Determine source component.
Host Thorn says:
<Computer> CSO: Analyzing.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: I disagree.  If Raythan has become sympathetic to your cause, then he serves no function to this meeting.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Steels a glance at the cool captain, then back to Thorn::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Looks to the xo with eyes of what should I do::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
FCO: Mr. Mayhew, when we determine the source of that emission, acquire a phaser lock on the runabout system producing it. We may need to destroy that system in a hurry.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::teams arrive:: Security: I need all of you to go into defensive positions around the Main Engineering area and Delta Shift remain here in Main Engineering, you are authorized to use deadly force as a last resort.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
<FCO Mayhew> CSO: Aye aye.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: You once tried to enlist my services.  I cannot be sure that you have not done so with Raythan.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::catches the counselor eyes and looks at him calmly, nods slightly::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Nature of EM emission from runabout?
Host Thorn says:
CO: Fair enough. ::Leans forward and steeples hands:: I'm going to have to assume that you won't engage in my fair trade.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Continues to "listen" with both his ears and mind::
Host Thorn says:
<Computer> CSO: Blanket effect electromagnetic field surrounding this vessel, altering sensor readings.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Display full spectral analysis.   :: begins working to adjust sensors to compensate ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Without more information.  I cannot release a wanted criminal...one who tried to kill one of my officers on the planet.  In addition, I must also consider Starfleet's protocols on hostage negotiations.
Host Thorn says:
<Computer> CSO: Acknowledged. ::The screen shows the runabout and the Quirinus on a diagram, and an apparent field moving to envelop the Steamrunner Class starship. The field was detected as background radiation, and is thus ignored::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*Bridge*: Status Report
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: taps LCARS panel furiously ::
Host Thorn says:
::Smiles and waves his hand:: CO: Oh, why acknowledge protocols which won't help you in this situation, Captain? You've waved them in the past. Why not now?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CTO*: We have detected a low-level EM field from the runabout, apparently meant to distort our sensor readings for an unknown purpose. I am adjusting our sensors to compensate, hopefully without alerting the runabout that I have done so.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::With out looking at the Andorian begins to focus some what on her, just maybe he will have that stray thought::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CSO*: Thank you for the update Lieutenant, I will have someone here in Engineering handle that issue, I have some engineering background and will assist, do you need any help on the Bridge?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Because, it is you.  Although Storm's attitude has become more politic in nature, does not mean that you have demonstrated yourselves a trustworthy.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks over to deflector control and sensor systems and begins working on passive adjustments::
Host Thorn says:
CO: Of course. ::Sighs, and leans back:: And unfortunately, I'm afraid I will have to result to old tactics to get what I want.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Your assistance will be most welcome, Lieutenant. I think the bridge crew and I have matters well in hand here, but I thank you for your offer.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the defensive::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: I have no doubt that you already are.  A threat does not bode well in any negotiations.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Stops and begins fiddling with her tricorder from the feeling in the air::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::frowns at that statement, opens up mind to make sure craven is still on this ship::
Host Thorn says:
CO: No, it doesn't. But I suppose negotiations are over, Trebor?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Assess sensor and deflector adjustments. Has full and accurate sensor function been restored?
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ALL: We've planted a bomb in the DuckBlind below. We'll detonate it, whether or not you have personnel there or not, within five minutes unless you release Craven.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Computer: Align sensor harmonic frequency to compensate for EM disturbance's frequency
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ALL: You won't find it in time. You can easily get everyone out in time, of course ... but that isn't the point of this threat, obviously. We're not here to kill people.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ALL: But ... well ... ::Looks to the Andorian Female::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::arrives on the bridge out of breath::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
~~CSO: Beam all DuckBlind personnel up now!~~
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Sorry I'm late.  Where do you need me?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: looks up, startled to hear the Counselor's voice in his mind ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
General Trebor: Then why the bomb?
Host Thorn says:
<Andorian Female> ALL: The explosion will lead the Gelians up to the mountain, where they will find the shattered remains of the Duck Blind, you could not hope to beam up the remains in time ... it's too delicate a matter, of course. The revelation that there are off-world entities monitoring the planet will hurl their civilization into chaos.
Host Thorn says:
<Andorian Female> ALL: They are built around the concept of gods and goddesses. This doesn't allow for "extraterrestrials." Most likely the public would be split ... civil war ... religious fanatics ... and the like would be unleashed.
Host Thorn says:
<Andorian Female> ALL: Gelian Armageddon caused in a manner of ten years.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: blinks, momentarily disoriented ::  OPS: Ah... Ensign... scan the duck blind and locate all Federation personnel immediately.
Host Thorn says:
::Leans forward again:: ALL: And you can prevent all of that by just ... simply ... handing Craven over.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: We could phaser any remains left over from the ship. Vaporize it. ::quietly but firmly::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Yes Sir!  ::sits at a console and attempts to locate the Federation types down below::
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> XO: At the threat of what ... activating the dormant volcano there?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::taps security controls online in Main Engineering and accesses visual in Briefing Room::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Allow me to get this straight, you wish me to stop you from violating a prime directive that you do not believe in?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: Open a channel to the duck blind. Get me the acting head of the research team.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Will do.  ::hails the duck blind::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
General Trebor: We could affect the vaporization with out setting off the volcano, it's a matter of fines, of which you posses little
Host Thorn says:
CO: Well, it is a Prime Directive that you believe in. And I assume that you care for the well being of those people. Honestly, I do not care. I care for the well being of my own.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ::Smiles:: XO: I think you'll see how much fines we have quite soon.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::realizes the impact that this mission will have on this planet::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Lieutenant, please mobilize a security team to Transporter Room Three. We may have guests shortly.
Host Thorn says:
CO: This is quite simple. Hand over the "criminal" and save millions of lives.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Stands, nods to the xo and moves toward exiting the room::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CSO*: Understood
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: And then feel that some how I am responsible for your actions and the remains of an independent research station, actions which will clearly demonstrate to scientific sympathizers that you are not to be trusted.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*Security*: Beta Shift, scramble to Transporter Room 3
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Reaching the boiling point:::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: Ensign, I need that channel -- now...
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Exits the room::*CSO* Sorry about that earlier, there is a bomb with in the Duck Blind set to go off in about four minutes.
Host Thorn says:
CO: If that is the price ...
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  I'm having trouble establishing communications.  I do have a transporter lock on them though.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Further more, if the mountain is indeed holy ground, the natives may simply believe that their gods are involved in a power struggle.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: nods to Counselor :: CNS: We're preparing to evacuate the research staff.
Host Thorn says:
CO: You assume too much.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: Or do you?
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::nods to CSO, and reenters room::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CSO*: I am monitoring the briefing room, from what I am seeing and hearing, I suggest we bring in the runabout, I am heading there now to take over at Tactical.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::sits back down, quietly::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: All right. We'll have to grab them without any warning.
Host Thorn says:
CO: I see there's no getting through to you ... ::Turns slightly to Trebor:: Trebor: Prepare to activate the bomb.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::nods::  CSO:  Initiating transport of Duck Blind personnel to Transporter room 3.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::initiates transport::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Inadvisable, Lieutenant. The runabout is equipped with unknown technology. We'll be safer keeping it at a distance.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: Thank you, Ensign.
Host Thorn says:
ACTION: The remaining Duck Blind personnel are beamed up to the Quirinus.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Got them, Sir.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: Good work, Ensign.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::notices the command:: *CSO*: I just saw over the security system that they plan to detonate a bomb, go to Red Alert and increase power to shields to maximum output.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> Thorn: Understood.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Stands:: Thorn: And we will have you.  *Telarus* Report to station,  Red Alert.  Target the runabout.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CSO*: I also need you to activate a dampening field around the ship no off ship communications from any source.
Host Thorn says:
<Andorian Female> ::Looks tense:: <General Trebor> ::Glances at the personnel in the room::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
ALL: This may sound Cruel, but a volcano eruption would do far less damage to the Gelians, than would they finding out about us.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Leaves to go to sickbay::
Host Thorn says:
::Looks calm:: CO: Do you really wish to escalate this, Captain?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: Lock down the comm. system per the CTO's request. Increase power to the briefing room dampening field.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Looks at the captain::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Aye Sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: I am not threatening an entire planet.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ALL: I like the way he thinks. ::Gestures to the CNS::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
FCO: Establish phaser and torpedo locks on the runabout.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: We are at Red Alert, I am aware of the situation I have been monitoring you all in the Briefing Room. I have engaged countermeasures to attempt to block any and all off ship communications
Host Thorn says:
CO: No, you're not, I am. ::Turns:: Etap?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::is in TL almost at the Bridge::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::reinforces the dampening field around the briefing room::
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ::Presses something under his sleeve:: Thorn: Activated.
Host Thorn says:
CO: You have five minutes.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight* Can we use phasers to cause the mountain to become active?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives on Bridge and runs over to station::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: bolts to Science One :: CO: Stand by...
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: I will take Tactical now
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::extends another dampening field around the ship to block communications::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::starts to engage weapons targeting system to runabout::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Scan dormant volcano beneath the duck blind. Compute phaser fire pattern to create a level 2 eruption.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Enters sickbay::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::glares at thorn, oh, how I would like to get my mind on him::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CTO: Lt. Telarus... do not fire without a direct order from the Captain, XO, or me.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: I have the runabout targeted and ready to disable, shall I?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus* Stand by.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: Understood.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CO*: Sir, phaser fire pattern to trigger a level 2 eruption is computed and locked in, awaiting your order to fire on the mountain.
Host Thorn says:
CO: Two minutes, Captain. Do you really think it'll be that simple? To cover up something this big? There are so many variables ... so many things that can go wrong ... the future of this world rides on your decision ... is capturing one criminal that important?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
:: taps at tactical panel and begins brining a few surprises online for the guests across the ship in the runabout::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: I may have time to disable the bomb I am beaming now sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight* A bomb is due to go off on the planet.  We will prevent the natives from finding remains of the Duck Blind, please have the phaser firer locked to coincide with the bomb so it will appear as simultaneous.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: You are mistaken. There are four criminals here.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CO*: Understood.  :: taps new instructions into panel ::  Phaser fire pattern adjusted.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::monitors the dampening fields::
Host Thorn says:
::Grins:: CO: Oh. And you're under the assumption now that you have us?
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::smiles at the captain’s last statement::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Please return to the bridge.  I need your expertise there.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Understood ::leaves::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::continues to have his mind open for any thoughts he may pick up::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus* Lock on to our guests.  If there is any attempt to leave this area, set our transport to brig, if that is not possible, space full dispersion.
Host Thorn says:
ACTION: The bomb goes off. On the surface, there is a vicious explosion that takes out the Duck Blind ... well, portions of it ... smoke and fire and brimstone throughout the sky ...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Arrives on the bridge:: CTO: Mr. Telarus, have an armed security detail dispatched to Outside the briefing room.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Report
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
XO: Phasers have fired, sir, Level 2 eruption underway.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ::Something beeps:: Thorn: Bomb detonated.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Damage estimate to the indigenous population?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight* Did phasers firer?
Host Thorn says:
ACTION: The Quirinus lances out with phaser fire toward the surface almost immediately after, decimating the mountain-scape in the crew's attempt to cover their tracks ...
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: Aye
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CO*: Aye, sir. The volcano is now in eruption.
Host Thorn says:
ACTION: ... from deep inside the mountain the long-dormant volcano starts to come to life. Magma that previously had no exit erupts into the air, cleansing the mountain-side of the apparent evidence of the Duck Blind.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
XO: Checking now, sir...  :: scans planet in vicinity of volcano ::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives in Briefing Room::
Host Thorn says:
::Steps toward the window and watches the phaser fire lance toward the planet:: CO: Well played Captain Sulek. Well played indeed.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight* If you can, try to stop the volcano.  Let's try to have as little damage as possible.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::stands and moves to the CTO:: CTO: they are still getting communications through ::in a whisper::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::points phaser rifle at our guests turned enemy:: Thorn/Trebor/Andorian: Ok folks let me make this very clear, follow me and my security team and hand over your communications devices and I won't have to hurt you, but if you want we can play it that way too
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> ::Stares at the CTO and stifles a chuckle::
Host Thorn says:
<Computer> CSO: Estimated population casualties based on evacuation possibilities in region between 500,000 to 1.5 million.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
:: moves to CO, in whisper:: CO: Sir I suggest we set up the dampening field to follow us en route
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Trebor: You think that's funny, I am very agitated and feel itchy and I don't think the Captain or Starfleet will question my actions
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: continues scanning volcano ::  *CO*: I'll try, sir. I may be able to collapse the main magma tube with a well-placed photon torpedo, but it will likely be visible to the populace.
Host Thorn says:
<General Trebor> CTO: And if you continue to threaten us what do you think our response will be?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CO*: Estimated casualties are between 500,000 and one million, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Steps behind Thorn:: Thorn: It was a game that should end, now.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight* Protection from the Gods.  Do it.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::winces as she overhears Kraight’s comm.::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CO*: Aye, sir.
Host Thorn says:
CO: Well said, Captain, I couldn't agree more.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Pangborn* Disable the runabout.
Host Thorn says:
<Andorian Female> *Unknown* Checkmate.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
OPS: Cherry, bring photon tube three online. Fire on these coordinates. :: taps LCARS, transmitting coordinates to Cherry's station ::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sorry sir we can talk to them later. ::turns over and fires a maximum stun shot over at Thorn, Trebor, and the Andorian female.
Host Thorn says:
ACTION: Three subspace distortions open in the briefing room, causing an electric tingle to go through the air ... and the three steps through the distortion vortexes as the wind picks up, avoiding the shots.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Acting TO: Fire at the runabout. Target their engines
Thorn is now known as SM_Selan.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Runabout engages evasive maneuvers as the Quirinus opens fire ... one of their torpedoes striking it broadside, and sending it spinning ...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
<Acting TO>::fires the phasers:: XO: Done Sir.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::stares where the three use to be in unbelief::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Yes Sir.  ::is puzzled by the order but carries it out::
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: ... but that does not seem to be a problem, as suddenly, fifteen Storm runabouts decloak around the Quirinus. A heavily modified Ambassador Class Starship, painted black, decloaks as well ... maneuvering toward the smaller Quirinus.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*CO*: Sir, we've fired on the volcano. Monitoring now...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Looks at Telarus:: Telarus: Thorn always has an escape route.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::puts the Starship on screen::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Stands looking at the view screen:: *CO*: Captain to the bridge. We have a situation.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Turns to the rest:: All: Duty stations.  *Pangborn* on my way.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::follows Captain to the bridge::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Recalculate casualty estimates on planet.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enter TL:: Bridge
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::is scared out of her wits::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: begins scanning the armada that has just materialized around the Quirinus ::
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Quirinus, meanwhile, has unleashed its calculated weapons fire on the planet again ... halting the lava flow for the time being.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: I noticed
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
*Brig* Is Craven still with us?
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The armada surrounds the Quirinus.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters Bridge:: Pangborn: Status ::sees the ships on the screen:: never mind.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::stands to the side of the Captains seat
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::enters Bridge with Captain::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Take us out of orbit. Evasive maneuvers.  Warp 9 as soon as we are clear.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sir we are surrounded, they are moving to intercept our escape vectors
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: And when they pursue? Damn!
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: There is a saying "he who runs away..."
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
<FCO_Joe> CO:  I can't plot an escape route, Sir.  They have us surrounded.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: scans nearby space for any anomalies that might provide escape, or at least cover ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Then emergency warp jump, but get us past those ships.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO/XO:  We are being hailed Sirs.  Put it on screen?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the captain, surprised::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
<FCO_Joe>::frantically tries to find a way around the ships::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: compute and display the weakest point in the Storm formation surrounding us.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: It appears the "negotiations" may not be over
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: I will work on it sir I may be able to get us out of here but we need to buy ourselves time, I need to be in Engineering, shall I sir?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Go.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Indeed.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::goes into TL:: TL: Main Engineering
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
<FCO_Joe>:: still trying to find a way out::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus*: Please inform me of your plan on your way there.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Cherry: On screen.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*Engineering Teams*: All teams suit up with haz mat suits and prepare contamination lockdown in Main Engineering
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::puts the communication on the main view screen::
Host Thorn says:
@ COM: Quirinus: Sulek, Sulek, Sulek ... all of this could have been avoided. You think you've covered things up, haven’t you?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: Yes sir
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::had enough:: Sulek: What does it take to kill him? Buffy?
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Looks at XO quizzically::
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
XO: Buffy, sir?
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
<FCO_Joe>XO:  I just can't find a way around those ships.  ::keeps trying::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thorn: And now you will unveil yourself to the planet...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;shakes head:: CNS: Never mind...it's an ancient Earth thing
Host Thorn says:
@ COM: Quirinus: But alas, in your rush to beat me at my own game you overlooked the 30+ monitoring devices which have just decloaked, deactivated, and otherwise revealed themselves to the public of Gelia Prime with the destruction of the Duck Blind. We've gotten what we came for ... and in turn, as you'll find, left you a little present.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::eyes widen::  Self:  A present?
Host Thorn says:
@ COM: Quirinus: As we are done here ... we'll refrain from the usual "battle of the fates" and leave you to your cleanup duty.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: begins scanning planet for monitoring devices ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Brig* Status of the prisoner, Craven.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives in MENG:: *CO*: Sir I have adjusted our shields to emit a high end EMP wave, I am going to activate it this should disable them for 30 seconds no more no less
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
CO: Sir can't we blow them all up, by over charging them or something?
Host Thorn says:
@ COM: Quirinus: The game's afoot, Captain. Good bye.
Host Thorn says:
ACTION: The Storm fleet cloaks, and vanishes.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
<Brig> *CO*: Sir she is gone, Maythan Raythan is now there
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::fires EMP pulse just as they cloak::
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Quirinus' shields fry ... but there is no apparent effect on the rest of the ship, or the Storm fleet.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Brig: Understood.  Send him to sickbay.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Frequency ranges of monitoring devices...overload them.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::Shakes his head in disgust::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::has a very bad feeling about all this::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, I've located the devices on the planet. Ready to beam them to our cargo holds on your order.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Energize...
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Sits in sickbay fiddling with work::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: taps LCARS ::  CO: Transport in progress...
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::slams panel:: *CO*: Sir we have fried our shields and have apparently not effected the Storm fleet before they left
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The devices are beamed up.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Take us out.  Jarvin: Try to explain what just happened to the scientists.
CNS_ENS_Jarvin says:
::nods head to CO, and heads to the scientists::
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: 
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Well, Commander, there will be some explaining at Starfleet to do.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I concur. This is one time I do not envy you captain
Epilogue:
It happens simultaneously after the Storm Fleet departs the area ... throughout Federation space beginning with two SFI agents on Rigel IV who are cornered by Orion Syndicate operatives who have been "tipped off." They are butchered easily. It continues on the Doman / Elleb border at Outpost Peace Front, stationed as the command center for the Starfleet patrol between the two warring races. Suddenly, and unexpectedly, it explodes. Soon after, an Elleb armada crosses over, a deal having been established. Doman space invaded. Along the Cardassian / Federation border, various relays suddenly explode for no reason at all ... communications between outer operating vessels and the core worlds are temporarily cut. SFI operations in the region are lost. Indeed, the game is afoot...
Host SM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= End Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=